Munetoshi Hira Zukuri Handmade Samurai Sword Kata 1075 Spring Steel Razor Sharp Whether you are cutting Wara Tatami or Tatami Omote this blade has almost no resistance when the edge alignment is correct. Trick cuts are extremely easy to perform and often times the mat is still standing after the cut is made. In short, cutting with this sword is extremely fun. This will be one of our best mat cutters. Overall Length: 38", Blade Length: 28.75", Handle Length: 10.25", Weight w/o Scab: 2 Lbs, Balance Point: 5" from the Tsuba Blade: The blade has been constructed from through hardened special mixed special steel with 0.7 Carbon content. It's strong and resilient. This extremely tough blade will not easily bend or take a set due to the superior heat treatment of the steel. This is a unique katana with unique geometry, extreme light weight, superior heat treatment, and superior handling. The blade comes full tang and very sharp. Saya (Scab) : The saya features a glossy black lacquered finish and bull horn koiguchi. The sageo is high quality black cotton. Handle : The tsuba is blackened steel in a bamboo cut out design. The handle features two smoked bamboo pins. The Ito (core wrap) is black cotton. The Sage is white authentic ray skin * Please note that specs will vary slightly from sword to sword. Sword stand sold separately.