When is the last time you saw a piece of Mother of Pearl this size? This is an NLT marked piece and a doozie at that. I think it is the nicest Mother of Pearl bowie that I have ever made. It is the only one with of Pearl big enough to make a drop down handle. It is the only time in the past 10-12 years that I have made a bowie in the style with a long clip like that. And, most likely the only time I will make a bowie with the "Bridge" pattern Damascus. All in all of you are looking for a nice center piece for your collection this might be the piece for you. The frame handle, guard and bolsters are stainless with deep relief engraving and 24kt gold inlays. The front and rear face of the guards are engraved as is the butt end of the knife. I will try and have it professionally photographed when the show is over this coming weekend. Thanks for looking.