It's as nice, fit and finish, as any knife I have twice the price. Put it this way, between the Shark I had now the Archaeo, I'm a big Artisan fan now!

Very pleased with this knife. Was looking for a 'large' knife that doesn't feel large in the pocket; this is it. Deploys well with flipper tab. Liner lock bar VERY stiff. Note the CF scales are smooth, not textured. Haven't cut much yet, so can't speak to edge retention.

Minus one star for the following: 1) Inside edges of scales were very sharp. Used fine sandpaper to round them off a bit. 2) Blade was centered, but moved off center in the first week. Blade pivot screw had loosened. Tightened easily with a T8; time will tell if it stays put.