This is a very good price for a knife with Magnacut steel. The knife was very stiff upon receipt. It was difficult to open it using the thumb stud while holding it with one hand. Once lubricated at the pivot it became easier. It is doable but short of knives with quality bearings. My reason for the the 4 stars is based upon my lack of use to determine the actual utility of the steel i.e. is the heat treatment done right. Overall I would buy it again.