Fire forged to a temper (hardness) of around Rc 54 to Rc 55 with 176 layers of steel folded over 300-350 times, this full tang Damascus steel hunting knife is well-built with impeccable craftsmanship. Strong and sturdy with a cleaver-like build, the heavy duty 5.75 inch tanto point blade provides an extremely powerful point that is great for piercing hard materials. Smoothly contoured for a comfortable grip, the exquisite handle features Buffalo bone inserts secured by 3 pins with Damascus steel bolster for additional support, two pins through the bolster provide even more support. An ideal hunting knife, it comes with a FREE leather sheath and belt loop so you can always have it ready by your side. Knife comes lightly oiled to prevent rust and ensure quality.