The endela Wharncliffe delivers the versatility of the distinctive Wharncliffe blade shape In a perfectly sized format. The latest lightweight version of this design enhances its performance even further with the addition of K390 MICROCLEAN blade steel. This state-of-the-art particle metallurgy tool steel was developed to provide extreme wear resistance, toughness and high compressive strength, making it ideal for demanding applications. The straight-edged Wharncliffe blade of this elite Endela lightweight takes full advantage of these properties to offer exceptional cutting performance, edge retention and toughness. Full-flat ground for optimal cutting performance, it is housed In a Bi-Directional-Textured fiberglass-reinforced-nylon (FRN) handle molded In the signature blue color of our K390 family of knives.