Hand forged knife, Damascus knife, Drop- Style blade, Black Walnut Scales Hunting knife by Titan TK-044 Titan International Knives Damascus Hunting/utility knife is hand crafted to be functional and not just for looks. Utility Knife has many hours of work into it including forging, filing, fitting, grinding, polishing. The Black Walnut scales are locked in place with the multiple Brass pins. The handle give a very smooth yet sturdy grip which feels natural when held in the hand. The knife is weighted to have a balance point just right where the blade meets the handle, to better help in hunting Jobs. Remarkable workmanship on this knife! Damascus steel hand forged with combinations of 1095 High Carbon and 4340 High Tensile Steel forming over 450+ layers.