The KA-BAR 1118BP Skeleton Knife is modeled after the iconic KA-BAR USMC Fighting/Utility Knife. The one piece knife is made of 5Cr15 stainless steel. 5Cr15 is has good sharpening ability and has great corrosion resistance. With an overall size of 6.125 it is easily concealed and can be carried with a lanyard. The shape of the handle fits well in the hand and since they are skeletonized it naturally lightens the weight. KA-BAR's name is synonymous with tradition and fighting knives, add this to the collection of supreme knives by KA-BAR.