The Benchmade Griptilian 551 knife features textured glass black Noryl GTX handles. Double 420J stainless liners add strength to the knife handle. This traditional and ever popular Griptilian design offers the proven 154CM premium stainless steel blade (58-60RC) which has given the Benchmade Griptilian its reputation for good balance, corrosion resistance, toughness and edge quality. The modified drop-point blade is 154-CM stainless steel with dual thumb studs. The AXIS lock mechanism makes the knife easy to open and easy to close for right and left handers. The pocket clip can be reversed for right or left hand.