With the push button auto lock , all you do is push that button and the blade rockets out with a confidence-inspiring “thwack” as it locks into place. Simple and strong. I also like the safety to help avoid any accidental opening. Good stuff.
I’ll have to play around with one next time I’m at the Benchmade factory store.
Also, just in case you didn’t know, most (maybe all?) auto axis knives also have a safety.