Paul Chen-Hanwei - Practical Series - Katana Overall: 39 1/2"; Handle Length: 11 1/4"; Weight: 2lb 6oz Blade Length: 27 1/4"; Blade Steel: 1566 Point of Balance: 5 3/4"; Width at Guard: 1.22"; Width at Tip: .87" Thickness at Guard: .27"; Thickness at Tip: .18"; Sori: 3/4" High carbon forged blade; Differentially tempered; Fully functional; Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.