Burnt Bone Blade Damascus Hunting/utility knife is handcrafted to be functional and not just for looks. Utility Knife has many hours of work into it including forging, filing, fitting, grinding, and polishing. The Walnut Wood and Olive Wood scales are locked in place with the multiple Brass pins. The handle has a very smooth grip to it which feels natural when held in the hand. The knife is weighted to have a balance point just above the bolster, to better help in hunting Jobs. Remarkable workmanship on this knife!