B05 PatinaThis Monarch 'Patina' features a handle in hand forged 'Twist' mokume gane by Mike Sakmar, inlaid with teal maple burl wood. The blade is 'Copper Wave' damascus steel with a VG5 core; the one hand button lock and the thumb stud are set with spinel gemstones. The Monarch is a simple design that is easy on the eye and effortless in the hand; the elegant shape of the handle on this design is also an ideal canvas to showcase fine hand engraving or exotic