The WHITE DEER 1095 Forged Steel Blank Santoku Tanto Blade Chef Knife has been forged and handmade, then heat treated to 58-60 HRC Rockwell hardness scale. The edge is extremely sharp, and hardened 1095 steel is well known to hold it's edge for a long time. This WHITE DEER 1095 Forged Steel Blank Santoku Chef Knife features a Tanto Blade with profiled edge. Just a blank tang is present to allow you to fasten your own handle. Please remember to clean and dry your blades immediately after use, then rub down with mineral oil if in a cooking environment, or you can use other common oils if not for food preparation. For display purposes too. You could easily turn this into a common bushcraft knife if you want. Specifications Overall Length: 10.5 Inches Blade Length: 6.5 Inches Blade Material: 1095 Forged High Carbon Steel Blade Thickness: 2.75mm Hardness or Temper: 58-60 HRC Rockwell Scale Tang: 3.5 Inches, Strait Back Profile Sharpness & Functionality: Extremely Sharp (AF), Professional Grade Cutting Blade Features: Tanto Chef Knife, Extremely Durable