Shinwa Dragon Lord Handmade Katana/Samurai Sword - Double Edged; Hand Forged Damascus Steel, 1,000+ Layers - Distinctive Custom Dragon Tsuba - Genuine Ray Skin - Functional, Battle Ready, Full Tang Beauty with an edge - two edges, to be precise; Dragon Lord is double-edged masterwork of traditional Japanese swordcraft, tailored to modern swordsmen Double edged, full tang 28 1/2" Damascus steel blade - expertly hand forged by seasoned swordsmiths using proven, centuries-old technique Blade boasts more than 1,000 distinct layers of high carbon steel - a sea of contrasting lines, waves, ripples, swirls and other spellbinding patterning Impeccably cast tsuba with breathtaking three dimensional dragon design; fluid lines, bold relief, extraordinary fine detail Hardwood tsuka wrapped in faux ray skin same, classic blue ito; traditional mekugi