Based around superior CPM S35VN steel"" SOG's USA produced fixed blade knives offer improved toughness"" better edge retention"" higher resistance to wear and edge chipping while maintaining ease of sharpening. The USA-made Pillar is fully-equipped with a full tang CPM S35VN steel blade with a stone wash and machine ground finish"" canvas Micarta handle"" and Kydex sheath with an adjustable low-profile"" locking mount. This workhorse fixed blade is built to handle any task. The canvas Micarta handle offers superior grip in wet or dry conditions and looks better the more it is used. A standout among american made fixed blade knives.