This Fallkniven F1 knife has a stainless steel laminated VG-10 core blade with a convex grind and a black CeraCoat 8H finish. The diamond textured Thermorun handle provides an ideal platform for safe and comfortable use, whether wet or dry. Tang protrudes at base slightly (less than 1/16"). This Fallkniven F1 comes with a tough double-safety, one hand operated zytel sheath with belt loop.