The Kubey Merced name was derived from all that was intended for this knife; beauty, poise, and practicality. Named after a beautiful woman I once knew; her flowing dresses inspired the curves and cutout in the handle, and her exposed leg, the functional opening in the blade. Featuring a 3.5 inch (89 mm) flat-ground blade supported by ceramic ball bearings; it offers two opening methods. The aforementioned blade cut-out is combined with a flipper tab, allowing you to middle flick the blade or opt for the flipper tab. The harpoon tip provides additional strength for piercing and indexing for precise cuts. A brilliant encapsulation of the qualities I came to love in this woman, the Merced will make an excellent companion for you.