11 5/8" closed. 9 5/8" replaceable, rust-resistant, hard chrome-plated, taper-ground curved Japanese steel blade with impulse-hardened, non-set large MIRAI-ME teeth for aggressive cutting. The blade has two open locking positions for in line or flush cutting. Red aluminum handles with black Gom non-slip rubberized overlay offer a sure grip, even for the most challenging projects. Features a spring loaded thumb lever lock. Lanyard hole. Hang packed. Ideal for pruning, trimming and more!