THWACK ATTACK!

“WHEN YOU FIRE THE BLADE, IT HITS HARD!”
—THE AUTHOR

There’s something irresistible about pressing the button of an automatic folder and having the blade spring out with a resounding “THWACK!” as it locks open.

Autos come in two basic styles: the traditional side—or radial—openers and out the fronts (OTFs). There’s a great selection of both in today’s factory market. The majority center around the tactical trend in which the spring-powered opening action enjoys viability in highstress situations where you need instantaneous blade deployment with little effort in action and thinking.

When it comes to tactical autos, Pro-Tech is a leader in the field. Its designs are highly refined and manufactured with the utmost attention to detail. The Tactical Response folder series is a company best seller, the TR-3 being one