Lion Steel Shuffler Clip Jack Random Carbon Fiber Handles M390 Steel CK0112

First impression out of the box is that this is a traditional Barlow. It has all the features a well-made knife should have: Closed, the blade is perfectly centered. Open, the blade is a classic clip point, nice swedge and nothing fancy. Nail mark on both sides much appreciated by left-handers, I’m sure. The blade is nice sized and fits the frame — in other words, it isn’t so short it looks like it was made for another knife. A pet peeve is that no matter how much of a mirror polish is put on a nickel-silver bolster, if the knife is dropped the ends of the pivot are likely to become visible. This bolster, affixed with torx screws, will never have that problem. Speaking of torx screws, I imagine custom scales will become readily available. The backside and backspring have a nice treatment and, of course, perfect joining. Another feature that a well-made knife should have is straight alignment. In other words, if the knife is opened and placed backspring down on a flat surface, blade and backspring should lie flush with the surface. This one does. The “stop” for the tang is a neat innovation. Finally, the use of modern metals ensures the knife will last a lifetime. And, since mine is an everyday carry, that’s important. Five stars!