Smith & Wesson Large S.W.A.T. SWATLB 8.5in S.S. Assisted Opening Knife with 3.7in Drop Point Blade and Aluminum Handle for Tactical, Survival and EDC

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1. Alann45 Verified Buyer – 9 April 2024

   Seems well constructed. MAGIC assisted opening system works fast and locks solidly. Overall fit and finish is good to very good for this price range. Opens as fast as an automatic. There is also a safety to prevent accidental opening.

   It is described as “Black aluminum with black rubber inserts handle” and this is NOT correct. There are no rubber inserts. The textured area you see in the photo is VERY rough textured aluminum NOT rubber.
   On the plus side this does provide a very positive gripping surface, but, IMHO, this material is too rough for a folder designed to be carried in a pocket or under clothing. It WILL abraid fabric and could easily get snagged being retrieved.
   And to me it gives what otherwise might be 5 star rated knife a negative “feel”. The error in the description may be due to S&W (Taylor) planning to use rubber inserts but then deciding the cost was prohibitive. I wish it had been made with the rubber inserts or a more subtle texturing.
   

2. Frizz Verified Buyer – 1 June 2024

   Best knife ever!
   

3. Mr. PBody Verified Buyer – 4 January 2025

   I just bought this knife and it is truly a fine piece of craftsmanship. The knife feels very solid and well put together. It has two ways of opening the blade — a thumbstud and a switch. The assisted opening spring is so strong that you may be a little surprised how much effort it takes to open it the first time around. You really have to push/press hard no matter which mechanism you use. Now I like this — gives the knife a good hard quality. But I can see how it can make it difficult for some people to use. Nevertheless, if you’re going to be handling a knife of this caliber you better not be complaining about how it hurts your pretty little finger to open it. As for the quality of the blade — unparalleled in this price range. Comes sharp and you can make it even sharper to really slice through any reasonable job. It’s got sandpaper on most of the grip so it won’t be slipping out of your hand. And the locking mechanism is tight. It will not falter.

   Again I’ve bought a finely made Smith & Wesson product and again I am more than pleased. This is a reputable company that obviously takes great pride in their work.
   

4. Job L. King Verified Buyer – 14 March 2025

   It’s not too heavy but still feels sturdy in your hand. The blade is very sharp right out of the box. The “sandpaper” or “rough” texture on the clip side of the knife doesn’t damage my pocket in the least. I keep it in the side pocket on the leg of my pants. The clip is tight and never comes out of my pocket. I never worry about losing it. If you’re used to pen knives or small Swiss knives, this is probably going to be too big but it’s perfect for me. The “switch” is fast and smooth. Takes a little effort to bring the blade back but it’s not that bad. It looks badass too. I’m a happy camper. Well worth the money.
   

5. Michael B. Verified Buyer – 20 March 2025

   I already own one of these and it still works great…I just wanted to pick up a backup in case I wear my old one out and they aren’t available any more. I have had it for several years now and I have been very hard on this knife. Holds an edge very well and and is easy to operate and sharpen . I carry it in my deep right leg pocket on my carpenter jeans, small end down, clip side away from my leg (I’m right handed). I don’t like to use the clip to attach it to my pocket because the knife is exposed about 1″ and it tends to pop out of my pocket when I am squatting down some times. I am all the time practicing pulling it out and popping the blade open with the little lever. It has a sliding safety button, but I never put it in the safe position ’cause I would hate to be in a situation where I needed it in seconds and the safety was on. When I carry one of my semi-autos I always use the safety on the nug, if so equipped, cocked with a round in the chamber, but with my semi-autos, without a safety, I carry with no round in the chamber.

   

6. Jason M. Verified Buyer – 8 April 2025

   It’s been just about a year since I purchased this pocket knife, and it has surpassed my expectations. I carry this everyday to work and home on the farm. I do have a tendency to abuse pocket knives and they typically don’t last long at all.

   This Smith & Wesson pocket knife has held up to an abundance of abuse. It gets used daily at the excavating company and around the farm. I have used this as a screwdriver, pry bar, ice pick and anything else that you are not supposed to use a knife for. However this has held up past my standards of a typical knife.

   The blade keeps an edge for weeks and has not bent or chipped. The spring is still strong and the locking mechanism still holds just fine. With just a little bit general maintenance (sharpening the blade and tightening the tension) I think this pocket knife will last me for many more years.

   The only couple of things that has worn down is the textured finish on the grip and on the painted finish. I can live with that.
   

7. Dan Verified Buyer – 18 April 2025

   The knife on the top I bought in high school. About 10 years later of carrying it almost every day and the tip (which had a small gouge taken out) broke off. The knife has been sharpened twice. It’s very study, the lock works great, and the spring has never lost strength. I hope they never retire this knife.