I always get a little sketchy around knives. Having just about cut my finger off when I was nine working in my Dad's garage, you can understand why. This is a serious knife, yet it's extremely safe. A lockable blade, thumb rest, forefinger protector and rest area, are all factors to keep your fingers in place. Its oversized ergonomic grip is comfortable and reduces hand fatigue for long, repetitive jobs. The body is cleverly designed to magnetically hold 5 standard utility blades, and is constructed out of aluminum, then anodized in Griot's Garage red. (Were you expecting blue?) I'll even throw in a knife pouch that attaches to your belt... normally a $90.00 accessory!