A survival knife needs to be one that is strong, easy to re-sharpen, a convenient size to carry and up to the many tasks needed to sustain life in an emergency. The 9 ¾-inch J. Wayne Fears Survival Knife offers all that and more. This super strong full tang knife is made from powder coated easy-to-sharpen 1095 high carbon steel, has a man-size 4 ¾-inch non-slip ergonomically designed G-10 plastic handle, and an all-purpose 5-inch clip blade. The handle is orange in color to be easy to locate. It comes with a tough black nylon sheath, with safety insert. Whether the day calls for digging, shelter making, prying, fire building or cleaning game this knife can do it all.