I'm no expert, but my understanding is that the blade is strong with a strong edge that doesn't chip easily.
Reduced to $190.00 shipped.
While being razor sharp.
Also there's no guesswork in sharpening ,the grind is the angle,just lay it flat on stone. These are great for hogs I'm told . Bone doesn't bother this blade at all
Good guy bump,excellent knife ,insane good deal