This blade is forged form 440C steel, a high carbon, stainless alloy. There are some forge marks left in the polished finish of this blade for aesthetics.
A single concave edge profile provides control and versatility for a diverse array of cutting applications. The grip of this knife is scale handle construction with a lanyard hole, and secured with brass pins. The wood is carved and polished Brazilian cherry.
This piece measures 6 inches in overall length with 3 inches of wooden grip, and 2 1/2 inches of sharpened edge surface. There is approximately a 1/2 inch ricasso (unsharpened) area on the blade preceding the start of the edge.
The hand stitched leather sheath has a loop for a dangler style fastening, and is treated with a beeswax formula.