what kind of tang is it?
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Hi Ethan,Its a full tang and solid all the way through - I doubt if Kabar make any fixed blades that arent full tang. I'm still using the knife regularly for light/medium grade work and it's still a very good sharp knife (I use a larger knife for any battoning work although the Kabar will do it - its just a little too small to be ideal). The blade has not lost its finish at all and still sparkles with the only downside is that I've realised that leather handles arent as good as krayton. They dont allow the same level of grip and can slide a little if damp. However 90% of the time its fine.Hope this helps you. Hi Ethan,Its a full tang and solid all the way through - I doubt if Kabar make any fixed blades that arent full tang. I'm still using the knife regularly for light/medium grade work and it's still a very good sharp knife (I use a larger knife for any battoning work although the Kabar will do it - its just a little too small to be ideal). The blade has not lost its finish at all and still sparkles with the only downside is that I've realised that leather handles arent as good as krayton. They dont allow the same level of grip and can slide a little if damp. However 90% of the time its... » Read More Hi Ethan,Its a full tang and solid all the way through - I doubt if Kabar make any fixed blades that arent full tang. I'm still using the knife regularly for light/medium grade work and it's still a very good sharp knife (I use a larger knife for any battoning work although the Kabar will do it - its just a little too small to be ideal). The blade has not lost its finish at all and still sparkles with the only downside is that I've realised that leather handles arent as good as krayton. They dont allow the same level of grip and can slide a little if damp. However 90% of the time its fine.Hope this helps you. « Show Less
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I believe it is full tang. It's a very very sturdy knife. I've had it and used it for about 4 years and it's in wonderful condition.
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The tang is the full length, but it is a Tapered tang with an endcap, just like a KABAR. There might be a proper name for it, but I'm not sure.
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It is not a full tang, but it's about 3/4 of the handle. The handle is bigger in diameter and in length compared to the regular mora. The blade is thicker too.
2062208
Using a business card and a neodymium magnet, I just tested the length of the tang. The magnet falls off about 1" from the butt of the handle. This tells me that it is not quite full tang.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NOoErTGuMIno full tang and fixed; here is a video on it
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looks like oak with a simple varnish finish that is riveted to the tang. it is of half tang construction. I have two of these one with a normal handle and with an extra long one. the half tang seems to be very sturdy and I having been using them for many years.
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Not a full tang. Gerber uses a thermosetting epoxy to secure the tang inside the handle. It's a very strong bond.
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It's a half tang. In the handle, the metal is full width, but only partial length.
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No. It's cheap stainless steel. I'd look at k-bar. I've always used them for camping. They're the best in low price range in my opinion. I will check the tang when I get home. I don't remember. It's been in a junk drawer since I got it
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It is rat tail tang so dont go swinging it around. If you swing it the blade will fall out most likely
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It is full tang. One of the best knife purchases I have ever made. Be sure to check state and county laws regarding this "quality cutting tool"
1462240
Yes it is full tang. It is great show piece. I only wish that it was really Japanese.
2126607
It is not full tang but it is sturdy. I practice cutting with it. Cuts nice.
201066
The tang runs the length of the handle, but it does NOT run the width of the handle. It is also known as a rat tail tang as compared to a full tang. "Full Tang" is not a scientific definition so the meaning varies from person to person.See this picture: http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n259/vigunfighter/P1050971.jpg
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This could be an indication that as Mine was, It is not a full tang. These Cold Steel swords are very poor quality. I had mine pulled apart buy a highly quality Smith and he was just shaking his head at how bad this thing was put together. If I was you I would send it back and get your money back unless all you plan to do is hang it on the wall as that is all it is good for and safe to use it for. If you do pull yours apart in any way you cannot return it.Hope this helpsBek
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I believe that it is Chinese steel and no it is not a full tang knife. The handle is hollow and doubles as storage.
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I don't think it is full tang but so far it has kept a nice edge on it. I would recommend it to anyone