Tiger Claw Crane Sword It is a traditional blade making process where layer upon layer is forged into the blade so the core of the blade is flexible and able to withstand the rigors of combat, while the edge is hard to keep a razor-sharp edge Damascus steel has a beautiful patterned appearance which looks like wood grain or rippled water patterns The Crane Sword is adorned with traditional crane and pine tree motifs. The blade is a flattened-diamond cross-section Measurements: Total length: 40 inch, blade length: 30 inch. total weight: 5.2LBS, sword only: 3.8LBS