For starters, this version has Lexan handle scales. For those unfamiliar, Lexan is a type of polycarbonate, more commonly known as bulletproof glass. That makes it exceptionally durable, stable, lightweight and resistant to extreme temperatures and chemicals.
Arguably more significant, however, is the blade. Not only does this take on the Vision FG have a uniquely machined handle — made to resemble hand-hammered steel, as is often found in Japanese knifemaking — but it also gets a big upgrade to S35VN steel.
That’s a significant boost for a knife that typically comes with Nitro-V. And the stylistic flair isn’t half bad, either.
Lock picked
While the handle material has been swapped, most of what was already on this knife remains, which is a very good thing in this case. That includes its reversible pocket clip.
Pair that with its thumb studs on the blade for manual deployment and the locking mechanism, and you’ve got yourself an ambidextrous beauty. Operational convenience aside, the significance of that lock bears repeating.