The Shiva™ is an original Al Mar design and is the first tactical fixed blade we've ever made with a laminated VG-10 stainless steel blade. Laminating the VG-10 between two layers of 400 series stainless steel increases the lateral strength of the blade by upwards of 30% and does so without increasing the weight or bulk. The Shiva™ has a beautiful tapered tang, contoured and polished black Micarta scales, satin stainless guard and a full grain traditional black leather sheath. It is the finest quality tactical fixed blade we've ever made.