The Extreme Duty XXL Bowie Knife is over 16 inches long with a full tang and the super sharp blade is made of arguably the best knife steel available: Crucible steel. In this case, the type of crucible steel is Japanese CP, which is very tough and holds an edge for a long time, plus it is resistant to the elements. This clip point Extreme Duty XXL Bowie Knife has a 11.5 inch long blade capable of spitting logs, making kindling, or even prepparing a fresh bushcraft meal. The guard on this Extreme Duty XXL Bowie Knife is solid brass and fixed to the tang for solid and reliable use out in the wild. The hardwood Ebony finished Pakka wood handle is dark grey or black in color, with plenty of natural wood grain showing. Three brass pins secure the handle grips and tang together. Even the solid brass pommel is pinned to the tang. Specifications Overall Length: 16.6 Inches Blade Length: 11.5 Inches Blade Material: Japanese CP Steel Blade Thickness: 4.75mm Tang: Full Length Steel Tang Sharpness & Functionality: Razor Sharp, Extreme Duty Functional Blade Features: Straitback Bowie, Blood Groove, Clip Point Handle Length: 5.25 Inches Handle: Solid Ebony Pakka Wood, Triple Pin to Tang, Solid Brass Bolster & Guard Includes: Genuine Leather Sheath Holster w Snap & Belt Loop