The FARA pairs a classic clip point blade with an ergonomic handle that slides in and out of the leather belt sheath with ease. It features pretty light action for a slip joint, opening and closing pretty freely, with a half-stop safety to prevent accidental closures. L

ucas Burnley nailed it with this design and it’s our first experience with Mercury, and we have to say we’re impressed.

This knife is absolutely on par with the Impinda, and if you know anything about the quality and precision of a Chris Reeve knife, that is the highest possible praise we can give any knife.