One of the best all-around folding knives I have ever carried. A little more expensive than a Spyderco but the features are worth it.
I really like the axis-lock. It makes for much smoother opening and easier maintenance than a lock-back knife, especially in sandy environments.
The opening hole is the way to go. Benchmade makes some models of this knife with a thumb-stud, but the opening hole is far superior for ease of use.

