This piece is a quintessential example of Ron Lake's signature style.Its most defining feature is the tail-lock mechanism, a small lever at the very end of the handle, which differs from conventional lock releases.

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This precision mechanism set new standards for quality in handmade knives. The entire piece serves as a canvas for the detailed engraving by artist Ray Cover Jr., transforming an already exceptional tool into a unique, ornament-like work of art. With an overall length of just 8.1 cm, its compact form highlights the incredible precision of its construction.

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He also invented the "Tail-Lock," a small lever at the end of the handle that makes the knife much safer and easier to close. These innovations were so significant that he received a U.S. patent for them in 1974.

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Lake’s work signaled the beginning of a new era for "art cutlery," where a knife's decorative beauty is as important as its engineering. Each piece, often unique and very difficult to acquire, is regarded as a fine ornament.