I really like the merging of the 2 springs into one and a lot of knifemakers can not do it right and Eugene is one of eth best at it! The pearl is pure white color on both sides and the shield and pins are stainless! Shield can be engraved! Main blade opens firmly and the small blades open easy unless you have softer nails then me! Main blade is 3/16" so very solid for a slip joint. Great edition to any collection