The powder metallurgy (PM) metal injection molding (MIM) process was selected for this lock-arm button is a functional portion of a blade lock used in a pocketknife. This martensitic stainless steel component was a Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF) 2022 PM Design Excellence Awards Competition winner.
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