Matt and all,
I haven't used (played with) an automatic since those cheapo switchblades in school. I currently carry a Kershaw Blur 'assisted",and there are several other makers of assisted open. My question is how do you rate these assisted knives versus the side open autos?

I find the slight push of the thumb stud to be identical to the action of pushing a button, with the added attraction of legal carry. Not to mention a quality knife at a much lower cost.

Scott