Camillus USA factory closed in 2007 and the knives we are offering were made by Camillus before closing. This is a rare opportunity to own a new old stock discontinued TL-29 - a piece of American military history. Camillus made these for government contracts and the TL-29 is a loved tool among our armed forces. The steel, 0170-6C is excellent carbon steel - Cold Steel bought this steel from Camillus prior to 2007 and marketed it as the famous CarbonV. KaBar continues to use the same steel composition, calling it 1095 CroVan. It holds a great edge. Why look for a used one for $10, when you can get this new old stock!