MOSHIRO Clay Tempered 1060 High Carbon Steel Katana Clay Tempered 1060 High Carbon Steel Katana Best Miyamoto Certified RfB Sword, the blade is thick with tapering and comes extremely sharp. Like the more expensive models this blade can even be bent 45 degrees. To keep costs low the tsuba on this model is made with a machine process instead of using a handmade tsuba (as seen on the Elite series). The tsuba and other fittings look very good and are well suited for this model. This sword is well balanced and the tight handle wrap feels great. Comes complete with a black cotton storage bag. Handmade, the blade is thick and comes extremely sharp. Specifications Overall Length: 41.375 Inches Blade Length: 28.75 Inches Blade Material: Blade Thickness: 7.5mm to 4.5mm Ha HRC: 57 Edge Hardness Mune HRC: 45 Inner Core Hardness Tang: Full Tang Sharpness & Functionality: Extremely Sharp, Functional, Battle Ready Tsuba: Zinc Alloy, Black Oxide Finish Moto-haba: 1.26 Inches Saki-haba: 0.9 Inches Motoshige: 0.3 Inches Sen juu: 0.18 Inches Hamon: Clay Tempered, Tyouji, Authentic Handle Length: 11.25 Inches Handle: Hardwood, Stingray Skin, Black Ito Wrap Saya: Hardwood, High Gloss Black Finish Includes: Sword Bag,