Ten Ryu Fixed Blade 41in Carbon Steel Blade Handle. This sword is both visually and aurally stunning with its ornate Tsuba and fittings truly befitting of a sword of great power and distinction. Or if you prefer you can peruse the more traditional and rustic features of a traditional sword such as the fittings of the Tsuka IX - the hand forged blade deeply curved to perform the traditional cut and thrust motion that was once thought to be the domain of only the most skilled martial artists. Or if you're just looking to add a bit of ferocity and flair to your collection of Ten Ryu's traditional swords pick up a reproduction of a traditional Japanese sword the Tsuka Mono no Katana. Known as the "Uchi no Tsuka" the forgers used this blade as a basis for their swords and called it "Touka-Fu shortened" in Japanese. Henceforth known as "AKA the sword weaver" in the collenxion of the katana or "Standing Order". Authenticity is not determined by the name of the forger. Rather it reflects a dedication to honoring the katana and traditions of the Japanese people as Tenryu. Products are made with the same care and attention given to the historical importance of the artifacts that went into the making of the katana. Therefore the metal blades of Ten Ryu swords are all differentially heat treated. This ensures that the edge holds a long sharp edge while still sharp enough to perform the cutting actions necessary to take on even the mightiest of adversaries. Specifications for Ten Ryu MAZ-023 Hand Forged Samurai Sword 41" Overall: Manufacturer: Ten Ryu Included Accessories: Black Cotton Sword Bag Blade Length: 41 in Blade Material: Carbon Steel Blade Type: Fixed Blade Package Contents: Ten Ryu MAZ-023 Hand Forged Samurai Sword 41" Overall Ten Ryu MAZ-023D: Fixed Blade 41in Carbon Steel Blade Handle