This is a beautifully crafted Damascus Steel Skinner Knife w/ Hardwood Handle. Damascus for this knife was created by forge welding multiple layers of steel into a Solid block called a billet (15N20 & 1095 high carbon tool steel). The billet is folded and re-welded several times to produce several layers. Patterns are created by manipulating the steel during the forge welding process. When acid is added to the blade, it attacks the layers of hard and soft steels differently, highlighting the attractive layered pattern in the steel. The combination of layered hard and soft steel creates blade flexibility, toughness and produces invisible serrations on the blade that aid in cutting. The hardness of the Damascus steel is 55-60 HRC on the Rockwell scale. The handle of this knife is full tang, made out of Hard Wood. The handle of the knife is set with a beautiful mosaic pin. The knife is a must have for any collector or enthusiast! Specifications: Overall Length: 8.5" Blade Length: 4.5" Blade Material: 15N20 & 1095 Hand forged Damascus Handle Length: 4" Handle Material: Hardwood Spine: Custom file work Genuine leather sheath included with purchase.