The Schrade 16UH Uncle Henry Hawkbill Pruner features a 3″ 7Cr17MoV blade made from high carbon stainless steel. The handles are Next Gen Staglon that looks so similar to actual stag with nickel silver bolsters and pins, and the Uncle Henry shield. The blade is simply opened with a nail nick. The Next Gen line of Uncle Henry knives really brings classic designs into the modern era with its updated materials.