But the visual appeal is only part of the story. The trick is to achieve such tight manufacturing tolerances that opening and closing action is both smooth and sound. Thanks to CNC machining and exceptional quality control, we have achieved what Bill Adams, President of the Rolox Corporation calls, “The slickest Rolox action I ever saw—much smoother than the old handmade ones— and at a fraction of the price!”

What you get is not a toy, but a quality cutting tool, with a mirror polished frame of 420J2 stainless steel and a 2.25” blade of AUS 6M stainless steel. The drop point blade is taper ground, mirror polished and available in both Razor-Sharp or Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple-Point™ Serrated edges.

The clip is also mirror polished 420J2 stainless steel, which can be clipped on pocket or belt, or as a money clip. Or add a split ring and you have a truly unique key fob. The Rollock weighs only 2.3 ounces.

One hand opening is as simple as pressing at the base of the blade and sliding the blade open. Click! A rigid lock-up. Aggressive friction grooves make it easy. To close, just press the blade lock, let the blade slide back, and pull back until it locks closed. Click! A strong spring keeps the blade closed.

Our new Rollock proves several things. First, that a great folding knife doesn’t have to fold, and second, that owning a precision tool doesn’t require taking out a second mortgage.