This rugged knife is truly worthy of any mountainman’s sheath. The blade is the finest casting available with distinctive traditional styling. Each 10 ¼” blade is identical in weight, approximate 1 ¾ pounds. These knives balance at a point near center to avoid irregular spin. Designed primarily to be handle thrown; however may be blade thrown. Each blade is ¼” stock spring steel, tempered to over half the harness of a diamond. At competitive throwing distance of 12 t 18 feet, the average person with an easy overhand throw can learn to stick routinely after about 5 minutes practice. Blade is guaranteed against bending or breakage under normal use.