Typically, a unique and one of a kind knife will usually include its own blade. Not one that can be usually found on other market SK. Looking at the rough grind marks, it looks like the person wanted to make one that would probably fit their hand. The maker did not take the extra steps of fine sanding and polishing of this item. It was made for work....not art. The wood on the saddle looks like it was added later.....probably because of the rough finish of the saddle......may have been cutting into the finger when applying downward pressure. Just my opinion.