I was inspired to add a spear to my collection when someone discussed it being an ideal self defense weapon in a confined space like an interior hallway, where you might not have room to swing a weapon like an ax or a machete. Compared to a knife, a spear would also grant its user distance. Unless there's some legal issue I am unaware of, or if it is a traditional design, or if it's just a cost-cutting measure, I was curious why only one side was sharpened. I ended up both putting an edge on the plain side as well as filing serrations into it. Though sturdy, the metal feels a little on the thin side, which seems like could have the potential for snapping if not used properly. Even on a cheap all-wood broom handle, the spear fit snugly without any wiggle.

I'm a big fan of this blade and it's design. Awesome spear tip that can double as a dagger.

This is a versatile blade. It is a touch heavy in the hand, but it is very comfortable to actually use a knife. And, when you feel like it, you can unscrew the handle and thread a broomstick into the base of the blade to make a spear. This thing is very nifty.

I bought a threaded broom handle from Tractor Supply made of some mystery hardwood but with a good, tight grain running correctly down the handle. I believe it was five bucks. And the head I paid about twenty for. So, for $25 you get a pretty cool little spear. It even throws decently.

The steel is tough enough to not ding or bend when thrown into a tree and this thing makes an excellent 'extra-long-machete' in the woods for clearing slightly overgrown trails or trimming very small branches. So, it's fun and practical.

Even if you just set a hay bale up in your backyard and have fun hucking this thing into it, the spear is well worth the money.

I bought 2 for hiking pole quick add on and general back up knife duties. Good quality for a great price!

It is a stamped out , cheap as possible, Chinese made pointed object with a handle. It is a good design and it would be nice if more emphasis was placed on quality of construction. It will occupy a space in my bug out bag for that "just in case" scenario!