The Benchmade 527 series has a 440C blade. The drop point blade featured ambidextrous thumb-studs. The handles are textured Noryl GTX (tough and lightweight!) over a steel frame. The 527 line has the AXIS lock system which makes the knife easier (and faster) to open and close. The pocket clip can be reversed for right or left handers. Over all this is an excellent knife with a good feel and weight- something you could trust your life with.

Specifications from Benchmade:
Blade Length: 2.97"
Blade Thickness: 0.115"
Blade Material: 440C Stainless Steel
Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
Blade Style: Hollow Ground Drop-Point, Ambidextrous Thumb-Studs
Weight: 3.10oz.
Clip: Reversible Tip-Up Clip
Lock Mechanism: AXIS Lock
Overall Length: 7.12"
Closed Length: 4.15"