For tactical end users concerned with light discipline and those who simply prefer the nononsense look of a black blade this version of the Persistence Lightweight cloaks the 8Cr13MoV blade in a stealthy black oxide coating. Consistent with that theme the knifes BiDirectional Textured FRN scales are also black and the handles hardware full stainless steel liners and fourposition pocket clip also sport nonreflective black coatings.