Etrading 30" Blade Functional Tai Chi Sword Martial Arts Practice w/Hardwood Handle Scab Overall Length: 39", Blade Length: 30", Handle Length:8.88", Blade: Unsharpened, Blade Material: Spring Steel, Handle / Scab Material: Hardwood with Brass Fittings. Condition: Brand New. Sword Stand Sold Separately. Blade: The blade of the sword has been constructed from Spring Steel and has full length double grooves throughout the blade. It also features engraved Chinese characters on one side. Note: 1/3 of blade from the tip is flexible, the remaining 2/3 of the blade is stiff. Scabbard: The scabbard of the sword is wooden with a natural finish. The scabbard throat, rings, and scabbard tip are made of brass. A brass chain hangs from the side of the scabbard, attached to the scabbard throat and brass ring. Guard: The guard of the Jian is the traditional swooped wing design and is made of brass. Handle: The handle of the sword is wooden with a brown finish. The pommel of the sword is made of brass. The pommel has a red tassel with faux jade beads.