This knife has a compact size of 4.25 inches when closed. The blade is 2.75 inches long and has a smooth satin finish. It is made of blue paper steel in a traditional Japanese style. The handle is made of red iron and features an extended tang for added durability. The handle itself is coated in red lacquer with beautiful gold flecks, giving it an elegant and eye-catching appearance. The knife also has a lanyard hole for convenient carrying. It comes neatly packaged in a box.