The Smith & Wesson Black Ops 3 Tanto M.A.G.I.C. Assisted-Opening Folding Knife (part no. SWBLOP3T) puts a tanto point blade at the front of Smith & Wesson’s Black Ops series, backed by the patented M.A.G.I.C. assisted-opening mechanism. M.A.G.I.C. stands for Multipurpose, Assisted, Generational, Innovative Cutlery, and engaging the thumb stud triggers what Smith & Wesson calls one of the easiest single-handed opening systems in its lineup.

Key Specifications

• The tanto point blade gives this folder a strong, reinforced tip suited to tougher cutting tasks.
• The M.A.G.I.C. assisted-opening mechanism, short for Multipurpose, Assisted, Generational, Innovative Cutlery, lets you deploy the blade quickly with one hand once thumb pressure starts it moving.
• It’s built as part of Smith & Wesson’s Black Ops series of assisted-opening tactical folders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does M.A.G.I.C. stand for? Multipurpose, Assisted, Generational, Innovative Cutlery, Smith & Wesson’s name for its assisted-opening mechanism.

Is this an automatic knife? No. M.A.G.I.C. is an assisted-opening mechanism, meaning you start the blade moving with the thumb stud and the mechanism completes the opening, which is legally distinct from an automatic knife.

What series is this knife part of? Smith & Wesson’s Black Ops series of assisted-opening tactical folders.

Buy the Smith & Wesson Black Ops 3 Tanto Folding Knife

The Black Ops 3 brings fast, assisted deployment to a rugged tanto blade. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and browse the rest of our pocket knives selection.