I bought one of these 2 or 3 years ago. Very well finished, sharp as heck out of the box. Marked "China" on the blade. I like it but was heavier than I'm used to in my pocket and kept turning and riding funny so I leave it in the drawer. Can't really comment on the steel since I haven't carried it all that much. Good value for the money I suppose, but I prefer the old US made dressed in black.