Condor Bushlore--Micarta Handle--"Grade B" Blue Ridge Knives the Village Parang features a

the Village Parang features a thicker and heftier blade to deal with rough use in the North American environment

and will not stain or retain moisture like leather

and the thin full flat ground blade is probably more similar to George Sears' original knife than many Nessmuk-style knives that are on the popular market today

with the added power of α-Pinene (alpha pinene)

Condor Bushlore--Micarta Handle--"Grade B" Blue Ridge Knives the Village Parang features aThe improved Condor Bushlore features a thinner blade and a flat saber grind, with a thinner edge sharpened on a jig all the way to the base of the blade! A vast improvement from previous iterations, and a real bargain for outdoor adventurers. The premium micarta scales provide an excellent grip in wet conditions and give the knife a more balanced feel due to their extra heft. If you're wondering if it's worth the extra money to upgrade from wood yes