I love that Kershaw decided to release composite blades. Shown here is a Junkyard Dog with a Sandvik13C26/D2 blade. The pattern...with bronze outline...shown on the blade (in the background) is quite compelling. The ergonomics of the handle design work especially well for me. Another "plus"; the knife comes with a decent pouch. No, it's not leather, but it is still a nice little surprise. In the foreground is the JYD with a foliage green G10 handle...with a rivet pattern figured in. Very nice.