Shinwa Abyss Handmade Katana/Samurai Sword - Double-Edged; Hand Forged Black Damascus Steel - Razor Sharp, Full Tang - Fully Functional, Battle Ready, Ninja Sleek - Ray Skin, Cord, Dragon Tsuba There's beauty in even the darkest "Abyss" - beautiful yet formidable, vibrant yet dark, the Abyss Katana is spectacular fusion of breathtaking contrasts Double-edged, full tang 30" black Damascus steel blade, hand forged by Shinwa's master swordsmiths using proven, centuries-old technique; more than 1,000 distinct layers Innovative, exclusive process puts black in black Damascus - result is blade with brooding dark beauty without equal Tsuka wrapped in genuine ray skin, classic black ito; offset by brilliant brass dragon menuki; traditional wooden mekugi Unique, flawlessly cast tsuba features breathtaking relief design that depicts menacing dragon in extraordinary detail