This knife was made in a ridiculous time of 3 hours. The goal was just one hour, but it was quite the challenge. Forged from a single piece of 52100 steel, this knife has a very very rough aesthetic. But it is surprisingly well balanced, and the edge is hard and thin and could be quite the workhorse. The handle is forged into a socket, and is more comfortable than I expected. There is some electrical tape on the handle, it made that specific area more comfortable as it had some thin sections in there. I highly recommend leaving that put and replacing it when necessary. Personally I'd use this knife for camp cooking. Its rough and tough, perfect for being beat up outside. If you'd like to see how I made this knife, the video is live on my YouTube channel. This knife was made insanely fast, and the price and finish reflect that. The blade is about 8" long, the handle is quite long too. All sales are final and there are no refunds.