When you first open up this knife, the first words out of your mouth is going to be It's MAGIC That is what this truly is! MAGIC stands for Multipurpose, Assisted, Generational, Innovative Cutlery MAGIC refers to the dual patented, revolutionary assisted opening mechanism that is an integral part of the series of knives You will find that the MAGIC assisted opening mechanism is the easiest single handed opening system you have ever used Once you have used it, you will also say that it's MAGIC