This marking/striking knife is made by a small and highly respected tool manufacturer in the Czech Republic and is of exceptional quality. Blade is made from Mn-V steel and heat treated to HRc 61. Handle is of European Hornbeam with a solid brass ferrule. Blade is .055" thick, .410" wide and 1.5" long. Double bevel sharpened at 20 degrees and tip ground to 55 degrees. Knife comes super sharp and ready for use. This knife an excellent value for a good quality tool.