It also boasts a durable gray physical vapor deposition (PVD) coating and a black-and-white Dark Matter Polar Fat Carbon Fiber inlay on the obverse side. The handle’s reverse side is home to a sturdy Reeve Integral Lock™ (R.I.L.) mechanism that includes a long-wearing hardened steel interface. To keep the knife poised for instant access, the handle also features both a generously sized lanyard hole and a butt-mounted, deep-pocket clip that is reversible for left or right-side carry.