i think that this is one of the most underrated cheap knives out there. great multi purpose durable utilitarian. i have a partially serrated drop point folder, and have previously owned the plain edge version. this is not one of my main carry blades (although, i keep it in-sheath fastened to my courier bag as an easy to reach backup), around ten years ago it was a main carry for several years.
then, i used it for everything... from apples, to pencils, to using it to anchor canoes. it also has a great tactical potential. my previous survived well over 1,000 throws before i broke the point, with no loosening of the pivot. the lock, however, makes me uncomfortable. i had the lock release once during a reverse grip thrust against plywood.
pros:
durable strong pivot
sharp, out of box
secure oversized grip
useful blade shape
great balance
cheap
quick open, doesn't need a thumb stud
cons:
difficult to return to factory sharpness
handle too thick for concealed or comfortable in-pocket carry, no pocket clip
sketchy lock for combat applications (especially worriesome, as i have had blade penetrate finger bone twice on other folders (yes i know, "twice, shame on me"))
