Weighing in at just under a pound, this heavy duty survival knife measures 15 inches overall and features a 9.5 inch 440 stainless steel blade that is very sharp. Sporting a black anodize finish that strengthens the steel and helps to prevent rust, the drop-point style blade can be honed to an even finer edge with the included sharpening stone. A 3.25 inch serrated sawback segment on the spine of the blade can be used to cut wood and other tough materials. The handle is also made from steel with a black rubberized textured grip; a screw-off butt cap hides a compass while a survival kit (including a fishing line with hook and weight, matches to start a fire and sandpaper) is enclosed right inside the handle. The cap also includes a lanyard loop with a lanyard included. The hard black nylon sheath has a snap button closure with a pocket to hold the sharpening stone.