The Smith & Wesson SWSA11 assisted-opening knife (brand part no. 1084303) is a compact everyday-carry folder built around a 3.5-inch drop-point blade in 8Cr13MoV stainless steel with a black oxide finish and jimping along the spine for thumb control. Dual thumb studs work with a spring-assisted opening mechanism for quick, one-hand deployment, and a liner lock secures the blade once open. The rubberized FDE (flat dark earth) aluminum handle gives a confident, non-slip grip, and the knife includes a lanyard hole and pocket clip for easy carry. Built for the value-focused EDC carrier who wants fast deployment and a tactical color scheme.

Key Specifications

• The blade measures 3.5 inches long, a solid everyday-carry length.
• The blade is made from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel with a black oxide finish for toughness and edge retention.
• The blade uses a drop-point shape with jimping along the spine for thumb control.
• The handle is built from rubberized aluminum in an FDE finish for a secure, non-slip grip.
• Overall open length is 8 inches, giving a full grip for demanding tasks.
• The knife weighs about 5 ounces, substantial but manageable for daily carry.
• Opening uses a spring-assisted mechanism with dual thumb studs for quick one-hand deployment.
• The blade locks open with a liner lock for secure, dependable use.
• The knife includes a lanyard hole for an additional carry or retention option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the SWSA11 assisted-opening or fully automatic? It’s assisted-opening: the thumb studs start the motion and the spring mechanism finishes deployment, requiring manual input to begin.

What steel does the SWSA11 use? 8Cr13MoV stainless steel with a black oxide coating, a tough, easy-to-sharpen steel comparable to AUS-8.

Does it include a pocket clip? Yes, along with a lanyard hole for added carry options.

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Buy the Smith & Wesson SWSA11 3.5-Inch Assisted Opening Knife – FDE

The SWSA11 delivers fast, spring-assisted deployment and a secure FDE grip at a price built for daily carry without hesitation. It’s a straightforward, dependable EDC option from a trusted name. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping.