Anza file knife with antler engraved handle. The Bear inlay is solid sterling silver with great detail.This knife has a heavy balanced weight that feels great while being held or using. This knife can be used for almost any use. Measuring 6-1/2″ in total length. The antler handle measures 1″ at its thickest and slightly tapers to 3/4″ .The full tang blade is 3/16 strong and stable. This is a beautiful knife that will not di

Anza choose to make knives from files because a file is an excellent source of high carbon tool steel. Through a process called annealing, we remove the brittleness normally found in a file. The knives are then hand ground to shape and final finishing, polishing and sharpening are then completed. The final result is a beautifully made knife that will both hold an edge and sharpen easily. All Anza knives are made from high carbon file steel and will darken with age.The advantage of high carbon steel is that it holds a sharp edge very well and is easier to sharpen than comparable stainless blades