8", Taping Knife, Flexible Blue Spring Steel Blade, Lacquer Dipped To Resist Rust, Held In Aluminum Rib, Then Riveted Directly To The Blade, Signature Cool Grip Ii Handle Has A Soft Overlay Molded To A Smaller Polypropylene Handle, Handle Surface Reduces Hand Moisture To Improve Grip, Better Ergonomics & Less Hand Fatigue.