Hanwei Practical Plus Elite Katana Sword Blade Length - 28 1/2in.; Handle Length - 11 1/2in. Overall Length - 40 1/2in.; Weight - 2lb 7oz. Point of Balance - 5 1/2in.; Width at Guard - 1.39in.; Width at Tip - 1.03in. Thickness at Guard - .26in.; Thickness at Tip - .16in. Economical cutter; Quality Fittings; Traditional construction