The Brawler starts with a modified tanto blade, a shape often found in tactical and rescue knives that may be required to punch through tough materials. You'll notice that the top of the Brawler's blade has a grind, to a swedge. It helps narrow the blade, adding to its piercing power. At the same time, the Brawler's straight belly offers excellent cutting capacity, is perfect for bearing down on a task, and is easy to resharpen. All this makes the Brawler an excellent utility and multipurpose knife. Tactical looks in a value-priced utility and multipurpose EDC 8Cr13MoV blade steel offers edge-holding capability, strength, and hardness; black-oxide coating adds blade protection Lightweight, strong glass-filled nylon handle; angled handle curves into the palm of your hand Four-position pocketclip, carries (right/left, tip-up/down) Fast, easy opening with Kershaw's assisted opening and flipper