I buy this knife and I was thrilled that far. the blade guard remains in plastic but enough to be protected and disign I love, but I had the misfortune to drop a single time on the floor and the last tomato on the knife was eject live. I am disappointed that this knife that easily breaks me who have two left hands ... well I have to find another one that does not break it at the slightest shock. for people as clever as me no I not recommend