The Microtech Cobra has classic lines with the high tech Microtech construction and materials. The side firing automatic is activated with the inherently safe lever lock. The lever is flipped up and forward and then pressed to fire the blade. It also acts as the blade locking mechanism. This limited edition blacked out version is simply stunning. It has lightning strike carbon fiber scales and all black hardware. The blade is also black with brushed silver flats for a great contrast look. The classic dagger look is sleek. The upper edge is not sharpened.