The skinner blade is curved for skinning, so you don't puncture the hide when you rotate the knife. The leather handle is unexcelled in firmness, shape and polish. The blade is hollow-ground and is 8 1/4" in overall length. The blade is stainless steel and has a hand-honed edge that will stay sharp. The skinner comes with a genuine leather sheath. Specifications: - blade length 4 3/8" - overall length 8 1/4" - hollow ground blade - polished stacked leather handle, finger grip with serrated thumb rest - AUS 6 stainless steel blade - brass guard - aluminum butt cap - comes with leather sheath