The 9400 is an automatic folding knife that preserves the clean lines, slim proportions, and everyday carry practicality that defined the original 940 platform while integrating a push-button automatic deployment system. The design maintains its long-standing emphasis on balance, pocket efficiency, and controlled cutting performance, translating a proven manual format into an automatic action without altering the overall profile or functional intent.
Automatic deployment provides fast, consistent blade engagement via a push-button mechanism that locks the blade securely during use. The streamlined construction supports utility-focused cutting tasks rather than overtly tactical use, prioritizing reliability and ease of operation in daily environments. By retaining the established dimensions and handling characteristics that contributed to the original design’s longevity, the 9400 delivers modern automatic functionality while remaining aligned with the practical, purpose-driven nature of the platform.