The Kitchen/Utility is is the first in a series of High Quality knives that are focused on Kitchen Use. The Kitchen/Utility is actually aimed at fitting the Task of a Paring Knife--A Steak Knife and a Camp Chore Knife. It is Light and very Slim. It is distal tapered to a Fine Point and has a very Fine Edge. The Kitchen/Utility is like a Feather in the hand but cuts like a laser. The contoured handle style gives a solid grip in the hand and strategically places the knife for easy work without fatigue. All of the Kitchen/Utility Knives have a Bolster and Spacer. Construction is full exposed tang. The Amboynia Burl Wood scales provide a full-figured, highly desirable handle option and are both pinned and epoxied for a lifetime of reliable use. Includes a Leather Transport Slip Sheath made by Sharpshooter Sheath Systems. Specs: Blade Steel: 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel Hardness: 59-60RC Blade Thickness: .075 inches Blade Length: 3.65 inches Overall Length: 7.875 inches Weight: 2.75 ounces Construction: Hidden Tang