This is a new French privates Folding Knife made for Smiling Fox Forge. We had these made for us with a carbon steel blade. The knife is a reproduction of an 18th century folding knife. The blade is 3.25"long 1" wide and has a steel blade, The blade holds a good edge. The knife is 4 " long when in the closed position. The knife handle is made of wood, has no spring and is held open with a thumb tab on the blade. This is a plain simple basic folding knife. These are great to carry in your shooting pouch to use to cut patches, camp chores, or cleaning your game. If you have been searching for a historical knife to add to your persona here it is.