Based on Kevin Smock, a visionary industrial designer, the Spyderco Smock translates his innovative style into a premium-quality production folder. The flipper action has enhanced safety and is supported by a pair of special ball-bearing pivot washers with a dedicated secondary detent mechanism separate from the knife's lock.

The Smock’s most unique feature, however, is the button release on its high-strength Compression Lock mechanism, which allows the knife to be safely and easily closed without placing your fingers near the blade’s edge. It is paired with a skeletonized handle featuring full stainless steel liners, textured carbon fiber/G-10 laminate scales, lightweight, open-backed construction, and a reversible, tip-up pocket clip for ambidextrous carry. The hollow-ground blade of this knife is precision machined from CPM S30V stainless steel and includes both a Trademark Round Hole and an elegantly understated flipper opener.