Paul Chen Practical Katana tempered high carbon steel blade rayskin handle with black cord wrap PC1070. This sword manufactured by the experts at Paul Chen features blades that are forged and differentially hardened producing an HRC60 edge and HRC40 back. The Paul Chen Practical Carbon Steel Blade Katana gives the martial artist the opportunity to own and use an economical sword. Specifications for Paul Chen Practical Carbon Steel Blade Katana: Overall: 39 1/2 Blade Length: 27 1/4 Handle Length: 11 1/4 Weight: 2lb 3oz 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" Features of Paul Chen Practical Starter Katana: High carbon steel blade Differentially tempered HRC 60-40 Prominent hamon Economical but serviceable fittings Great starter sword Fully functional Package Contents: Paul Chen Practical Katana Paul Chen PC1070: Practical Katana tempered high carbon steel blade rayskin handle with black cord wrap