The Cruciform Dagger has a carefully designed 3 1/2" long Stiletto blade and a 1/2" thick cruciform cross section that tapers to a needle like point. It features a somewhat unique cruciform handle, that"s designed to facilitate almost any gripping method. It"s precision injection molded from Zytel®, for the ultimate in strength and stiffness. Zytel® is a tough, stiff nylon and fiberglass composite that contains no metal and is impervious to the elements. It"s particularly appropriate in glove compartments, travel luggage, or a handbag and will look perfectly natural in virtually any environment. It"s lightweight, and effective, making it an ideal self-defense weapon.