Paul Chen Golden Oriole sharpened hand tempered steel blade Japanese cotton cord wrap. This sword manufactured by the experts at Paul Chen features a blade that is hand-forged in high-carbon steel and is edge-tempered to display a distinct hamon. Edge hardness is HRC60 back hardness HRC40. The Paul Chen Golden Oriole Hand-forged Wakizashi Sword includes a protective cloth bag and traditional maintenance kit to help reduce wear and tear. Specifications for Paul Chen Golden Wakizashi Sword w/ Japanese Cotton & Rayskin Handle: Overall: 27 1/2 Blade Length: 20 Handle Length: 6 3/4 Weight: 1lb 10oz Point of Balance: 4" Width at Guard: 1.07" Width at Tip: .75" Thickness at Guard: .28" Thickness at Tip: .20" Sori: 1/2" Features of Paul Chen Golden Oriole Hand-forged Wakizashi Sword: Hand forged high carbon steel blade Oriole/mantis/cricket motif tsuba Blue Japanese cotton and rayskin wrapped handle Blue lacquered wood saya Fully functional Light and quick Package Contents: Paul Chen Golden Oriole Wakizashi Sword Paul Chen PC1019: Golden Oriole sharpened hand tempered steel blade Japanese cotton cord wrap