Hand forged knife, Damascus knife, Drop- Style blade, Black Walnut Scales Hunting knife by Titan Td-181 Titan International Knives Damascus Hunting/utility knife is hand crafted to be functional and not just for looks. Utility Knife has over 18 hrs of work into it including forging, filing, fitting, grinding, polishing. The Black Walnut scales are locked in place with the multiple Brass pins. The groves in the handle give a very smooth yet strudy 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!