The SKIF MK-001 Machete features 420 steel grade with 3Cr13 stainless steel that allows natural resistance of corrosion. It is extremely easy to sharpen this particular metal to a fine edge or point. Type 420 Stainless Steel has a higher carbon content to increase hardness, improve strength and give better wear resistance. Brand new to the United States the SKIF MK-001 Machete has a 3mm thick 18 inch black blade with Kraton rubber handle. Kraton polymers offers many of the properties of natural rubber, such as flexibility, high traction, and sealing abilities, but with increased resistance to heat, weathering, and chemicals. The SKIF MK-001 Machete has an overall length of 23.4 inches and is shipped with a durable nylon sheath.