I wish I could say the same: mine opened easily but was a bear to close.
I spent an evening trying to break it in, but all I got was a sore thumb. The more I opened it, the harder it was to close!
I reluctantly returned it, and the dealer said I was being too picky. He had checked it before shipping, he said, and thought it opened and closed smoothly.
I wish. It's the only folder I've ever had that I was afraid to open because I wasn't sure I could get it closed again.
It's really a beautiful knife and I'm tempted to order another -- but only after my thumb heals.
I really wish I had better news to report.