In designing the Argus folder, knifemaker Matthew Lerch took CRKT’s patented Outburst mechanism and ran with it. Simply nudge the thumb stud outward and the assisted-opening device will do the rest. And to prevent the AUS 8 blade from deploying in your pocket, the knife is also equipped with CRKT’s FireSafe safety system, which requires the user to depress a button before engaging the drop-point blade. The handle is made of cold-forged 6061 aluminum, and it’s equipped with a liner lock, while the pocket clip is positioned on the right side for tip-down carry.