Trying a video of MOP handle i am working on. Every civilized man needs one pearl handled knife. It doesnt shrink, warp or anything. Quite stable however the ends will chip so the makers to be sure and cap it off with bolsters or butt cap. Its ok then if it drops. You cant get big thick pearl anymore due to over harvesting, ocean polution etc. I have one large piece. It ran $5500. But its the longest piece i have had in 52 years. This piece you see ran about $400 or so. To keep it looking good rub MOP on your face. The facial oils will keep it looking really good.