Hunt For Life Marshals Law Damascus Slipjoint Pocket Knife. US Marshals laid down the law and helped coral the Wild West. Besides a gun, these good ole boys often carried a pocket knife.  Always having a knife in your pocket is a staple here in the south.  Rarely will you find a southern man without one. The Slipjoint Marshals Law Damascus Pocket Knife is a reminder of that staple with some modern day and old world twists in the design.  A slipjoint is one of the simplest styles you will find in a pocket knife.  The blade is locked into place by nothing more than friction.  Speaking of blades, this massive blade is quite large and has handle to match.  The sheer weight just feels good resting in the palm of your hand.  The blade features the Hunt For Life brand with a random pattern Damascus design.  Constructed from Damascus steel and has been tempered at around 54 to 55 with 176 blade layers. A fingernail notch is featured for easy opening. The handle is constructed out of hand carved wood and held together with brass pins. The spine features some fancy filework that continues onto the blade.  The steel bolsters come with a smooth satin finish. Included is a handmade tooled leather sheath for transporting with ease. Specifications: Overall Length: 8.13 Inches Blade Length: 3.38 Inches Blade Width: 1.13 Inch Blade Material: Damascus Steel Blade Thickness: .13 Inch Handle Length: 4.75 Inches Handle Width: 1.19 Inch Handle Thickness: .50 Inch Handle Material:  Wood, Steel Bolsters, Brass Pins Features: Slipjoint Locking Mechanism 176 Blade Layers Blades Temper is around 54 to 55 Drop Point Blade Style Random Pattern Includes a Tooled Handmade Leather Sheath Hunt For Life Handmade