First off I collect Shrades among others, never got a dull one till now and for a filet knife ,that's very disappointing. Overall tho, it's a quality knife like most Shrades, love the handle, the real leather sheath , wished the blade was a bit longer, but good for most catches. I take two stars off because one of the brass CAPS over the handle pins wasn't set properly and will eventually come out and the fact that I received a FILET knife that was so incredibly dull I couldn't cut my own palm by literally hitting my hand with the edge. HOWEVER, Shrades are still pretty good steel and with a little work, it's now shaving sharp like most of my knives, it's a Shrade thing tho, because I also ordered the Shrade Needle boot knife dagger, and it was also dull, just not as bad as this one. Hated the edge, but after sharpening , I really like the knife, feels good, and it's a good looking filet knife in a world of plastic handled disposable filet knives .

I used a Schrade ever since I can remember, never had a knife that performed perfect in all duties . and I should know cause I am a man that uses my knife for cutting , hacking , chopping , skinning , scape, gutting , you name it ,the 171 is my favorite with the 5inch blade and bowie style , and man what a edge it will keep . Thank You ,,Mt Man McVicker , Mt Holly Spgs PA

I use this knife for cleaning fluke. It holds an edge very well. If I have to say a negative, it would be: It is not that flexible

a very high quality knife for the price, mY grandson loves it and is proud to have it