The Ka-Bar Heavy Bowie has an extra-thick blade measuring .236" (6mm) making this knife almost as rugged as a pry bar. The Heavy Bowie will perform well at chopping, digging, cutting, and in other tough applications.Blade length 7 3/8", Overall length 12 5/8". 1085 Carbon Steel blade with a Rockwell Hardness 55-57. Handle is constructed of Kraton G and includes a leather/cordura sheath.