Improvised prison-made shank constructed from a translucent rigid plastic blade shaped into a narrow, single-edged profile with a sharply tapered point. The semi-transparent material gives the blade an unusual appearance compared with the more common metal examples found in prison contraband.
The handle is formed from tightly wrapped strips of coarse beige fabric and thread, built up in multiple layers to create a thicker, more secure grip. The wrapping shows fraying, discoloration, and irregular tension throughout, emphasizing its handmade construction and utilitarian character.
The contrast between the translucent blade and heavily textured cloth handle makes this a particularly distinctive example of inmate-made contraband, demonstrating the adaptation of non-metallic institutional materials into a functional improvised weapon.
