9" blade with 264 layer pattern welded damascus steel consisting of 15n20 and 1084 high carbon steels.  Very thin hollow grind for maximum slicing ability and shedding of food.  Heat treated to 60-61 rockwell hardness for great edge retention while not being brittle.
 
6.5" handle consisting of ironwood and curly maple shaped into a tapered octogon for indexing and comfort.