Our GI Tanto is a no-nonsense tactical knife that comes with a legion of practical uses The GI Tanto's broad blade, integral quillon guard, and Polypropylene handle scales exemplify a tactical knife stripped down to its bare essentials Made from spring tempered 1055 carbon steel and protected by a rust resistant finish, it's rugged, hard-wearing and dependable Popular with sport throwers, the GI Tanto is perfectly balanced and capable of being thrown by the blade or handle In a survival or self-defense situation, it can be quickly and easily converted into a spear too! Just remove the handle scales and lash the blade securely to a suitable wooden shaft!Best of all, it's a great value blade inexpensive enough to buy duplicates to keep as back-up or bug-out bag knives, or even just to throw for fun on a sunny day A stalwart and reliable knife that you can depend upon in a pinch