I purchased this knife directly from the maker, Malanika (Daniel Haramina). I have never carried, sharpened, or cut anything with it. The only detractor is a slight oil stain at the rear of blade edge. Brass could use some polishing. $150 shipped
The following is from the maker:
Small hunter/skinner by Malanika (Daniel Haramina): Blade is forged by Croatian blacksmith Karlo Ban in san mai construction. Center core is silver steel (1.2% C, 0.2% Cr, 1.1% V, 1% W). Sides are from stainless steel (AISI 420).
Dimensions:
Blade: 3.35 "x 1.10" x 0.177 "
OAL: 8.26 "
Handle: Oak burl, brass
Sheath: 3mm leather
The following is from the maker:
Small hunter/skinner by Malanika (Daniel Haramina): Blade is forged by Croatian blacksmith Karlo Ban in san mai construction. Center core is silver steel (1.2% C, 0.2% Cr, 1.1% V, 1% W). Sides are from stainless steel (AISI 420).
Dimensions:
Blade: 3.35 "x 1.10" x 0.177 "
OAL: 8.26 "
Handle: Oak burl, brass
Sheath: 3mm leather
