Bear and Sons Folding Balisong Butterfly knife's handles are skeletonized to to help reduce weight and keep the knife at an overall weight of 5 ounces. The epoxy coating on the handles should help prevent wear from flipping and pocket carry. The blade features a tanto point 1095 carbon steel with a black epoxy coating. The blade has a single pin construction, and the handle has a steel latch to keep it closed while riding in your pocket.Features1095 Carbon steel bladeZinc handleHollow ground bladeSkeletonized handle