This is a “Fully Functional” hand forged, high carbon steel katana. (Razor Sharp) This sword features a full tang with a double pegged tsuka (handle) for safety. A one piece brass habaki (blade collar), Japanese purpose silk wrap sageo and ito. Real ray skin same and a black lacquered wooded saya (scabbard) The blade is traditionally hardened to a HRC 55 and has a blood groove (fuller) for lightness and stability. Size: 41″ Overall, 10.34″ Handle & 28″ Blade. Blade:Hand forged 1060 High Carbon Steel Razor Sharp Blade- Hardness HRC 55 with blood groove. Authentic Hamon created using ancient Japanese Clay Solution, Quench & Heat Treated Technique. Tsuka: (handle) wrapped with japanese purpose silk with ray skin. Scabbard: Black Lacquer Finished with Gold Foiled Samurai Symbol. Japanese warrior end cap. Accessory: Satin Sword Bag & Cleaning Kit in wooden box. Package: Red Cardboard Box Sword Weight: 2.5 Lbs approx. Shipping Weight:10.5
