Well, there it is. Am I an expert in this category? Maybe, maybe not. About 25 or "affordable" folder purchases in 2023. This is absolutely the best(close 2nd to Vision) It's 8"+, perfect blade shape(imo) and quality damascus (in the range) Well, I went 1 better and bought the red/black with K110 and swapped blades. So, I have a red/black with damascus blade and a green/black with K110 blade. This is my favorite EDC folder. I can't speak on blade characteristics just yet. The knife is perfect, I'll save the subtle whine about the pocket clip, that's a future project.
Buy this knife, if you can find them.

Fantastic knife… Drop shut action… Four different ways to open … Can Even open with reverse flag by just putting finger on the back of the blade… Beautiful stainless Damascus worth twice the price…

This is the ~$100 knife for 2023! Loved it so much, ordered a 2nd one in red/black!