This tactical tanto is from Kershaw Knives and Emerson Knives who joined forces for a series of knives that combine the precision engineering of Kershaw with Emerson's uncompromising functional design. The CQC-8K features a single-bevel tanto blade-which means it is razor sharp. Black-oxide coating protects the blade and makes it non-reflective. G10 handles provide secure grip and a locking liner means safe and solid blade lock up. Designed by Emerson, built by Kershaw Upgraded 8Cr14MoV blade steel; black-oxide blade coating adds blade protection Textured G10 handle scales for comfortable, secure grip Manual opening with thumb disk or as the knife is withdrawn from pocket with the Emerson Wave Shaped Feature