How is the blade attached to the handle? And, is the handle metal or plastic?
1336488
The tang of the blade goes about 1/2 into the handle, and a Allen screw goes through the hilt into the tang. I have read some say the compass is no good, but mine points in same direction as my Cammenga and Vitorinox. I put three coats of Flex Seal on the metal handle, it makes for a better feel. I think it is a pretty good knife (or mine is) Hope this helps.
680405
Plastic and the blade is metal. But the stickers on the plastic will fall off. I've had it since Christmas and I've had to use clear nail polish to keep it on.
1993193
the handle is made of composite metal. it will not break unless it is abused.
1361084
The handle is plastic and the blade is half way in the handle and the rest of the handle is solid. It is a very sharp knife and never gets dull and the paint stays on pretty good
1950166
It is plastic, but it's a much stronger plastic. it is very durable and doesn't effect the overall effectiveness of the knife.
108545
The handle is rubberized and offers great grip. Not sure if there is plastic under it though.
819156
Everything but the handle (plastic) is metal. The slide bar is steel and the miter fence is cast aluminum. Very good quality.
1694711
The body is plastic. The handle is more like rubber, but still might be some sort of polymer.
649668
The one I purchased had a metal handle. I ended up buying another model; one that had a thicker blade and a better handle. I don't really recommend this item.
1054679
The handle is made out of wood, and the black thing is metal. The knife itself is very nice, but watch your fingers bro.
729817
Hi,the handle is definitely hard plastic and the silver design is painted on. The sheith is made of vynal and broke after one use.you want to get a better one. The blade is metal and not sharp but it is pointed. It has a nice weight but is more of a display piece than for costumes.hope this helps.
2248438
Its light weight so I would have to say plastic, but it certainly is sturdy. The one I have at the house I have had since they used to sell these razors (something I have not found in a long time) It is a sturdy piece of equipment. This is why I got one for my travel kit as well here on Amazon.
861556
The blade and handle are from the same piece of metal - the knife is one solid piece.
1361961
From what I can tell Joseph, there is steel inside the aluminum handle for about 1/2 the length of the handle; from the blade toward the rear. It is part of the locking mechanism, but is attached to both sides of the handle as well. I've not used this knife much, so I can't speak to how well it holds an edge, but it looks and feels excellent. Nice size blade, very sharp, locks out solidly with no wiggle. I feel $75 is an absolute steal for this knife. I may order another one to actually use. I've not used the one I have, because it is so nice I didn't want to mess it up. If you are on the fence, I would definitely buy it.
925828
So, the handle is either "solid stainless steel," "metal and rubber-like plastic on one side," "metal insert on one side . . . but plastic on the other three," "metal with a rubber coating for grip," "metal," or "plastic, and very weak." Thanks, folks!
1822453
It's a die cast metal and plastic handle like handle.... but not cheap... Its very nice though. Doesn't look cheap at least mine doesn't. Very charp.. but its a metal plastic mixed.
1387876
It's an easy assembly but the blade attaches with a plastic nob. I haven't used others so I can't compare.