SOG Specialty Knives & Tools AE01-CP Aegis Knife with Straight Edge Assisted Folding 3.5-Inch AUS-8 Steel Blade and GRN Digi-Grip Handle, Satin Finish
Showcasing top-end opening and locking technology from SOG, the AE-01 Aegis Folding Knife is a sleek, versatile, and easy-to-handle tool that can stand up to tough use. Featuring a 3.5-inch stainless steel blade with a satin finish, a well-balanced body, and SOG's trademarked DigiGrip handle, this knife makes quick work of a wide variety of tasks--whether you expected to come across them or not.AE-01 Aegis Folding Knifewith Satin FinishAt a Glance:3.5-inch straight-edge AUS8 steel blade with satin finishPatented SOG Assisted Technology for fast, easy openingBlade lock with red-means-ready safety indicatorTough, lightweight Zytel handle with rubber anti-slip insertsLifetime warranty on materials and workmanshipSOG's trademarked bayonet clip allows the knife to ride securely and unobtrusively in your pocket when not in useHigh-tension coil springs open the blade fully for quick, one-handed access.View larger.DigiGrip handle offers a secure hold and is designed to feel comfortable in either hand.An Ambitious Name for an Ambitious KnifeAegis means "shield" or "protection" in Greek, and it is also the code name for both the world's premier integrated air defense system and the sea-based element of the United States Ballistic Missile Defense System. Thanks to SOG's thoughtful design features, this versatile knife lives up to its illustrious name. The knife opens to a full length of 8.25 inches, and its 3.5-inch straight blade is crafted from AUS-8 stainless steel for improved strength and edge retention.Cryogenic Heat Treatment for a Sharp, Dependable BladeSOG's unique cryogenic heat treatment process increases the toughness and wear resistance of the blade. The blade's temperature is slowly taken down to less than -300 degrees Fahrenheit and then slowly brought back up to room temperature. This stress relieves the material on an atomic level and increases overall strength and edge retention. This means the knife edge stays sharp longer with significantly less micro-fracturing and edge-chipping.SOG Assisted Technology Increases Speed, Safety, and UsabilityWhen you start to open the AE-01's blade, SOG's patented S.A.T. (SOG Assisted Technology) takes over and high-tension coil springs propel the blade the rest of the way open. This means fast, easy, one-handed access to the AE-01's blade whenever you need it.Additionally, the unique design of S.A.T. offers security and peace of mind by incorporating locking mechanisms that are stronger, more reliable, and easier to access than other mechanisms. For Aegis Series knives, this means a safety on the side of the handle that delivers extra protection against accidental openings. When the safety is protecting you, its button shows green to confirm that you're ready to slip the knife in your pocket. When you switch the safety off, this button turns red to signal that your blade is ready for deployment.Ergonomic, Slip-Free Grip Ensures Accurate HandlingThis Aegis knife is designed to sit comfortably in either hand, and it's well-balanced for a natural feel that inspires confident cuts. SOG's trademarked, checkered DigiGrip handle provides a sure grip for safe, accurate positioning, while tacky rubber inserts in the handle offer extra anti-slip security. Plus this handle is crafted from tough, glass-reinforced Zytel--a compound that's lightweight, abrasion resistant, and impact resistant.The knife weighs in at just 3.1 ounces, and it includes SOG's trademarked bayonet clip, which allows the folded knife to ride securely and unobtrusively in your pocket when not in use. This clip is reversible, which means it can be positioned on whichever side of the knife is most convenient for you.The SOG AE-01 Aegis Folding Knife is backed by a lifetime warranty that protects against defects in manufacturing and materials.About SOG: Strong, Innovative Specialty ToolsSOG originally stood for Studies and Observation Group, an elite joint services military group designed to handle covert operations during the Vietnam War. SOG Specialty Knives & Tools was founded in the spirit of this elite group and became the first knife manufacturer to offer an expanded line that included fixed blades, folding knives, and multipurpose tools.Each SOG product is created by company Founder and Chief Engineer, Spencer Frazer. Known for their uncompromising style and performance, these knives and tools showcase innovation, dependability, and a unique, futuristic style that has garnered awards and recognition worldwide. SOG products have also won favor among law enforcement, military, and industrial customers that rely on their tools to perform flawlessly in the toughest, most adverse conditions.What's in the BoxAE-01 Aegis Folding Knife with Satin Finish.