we forged blade with folded steel, we called BaiLianGang(百炼钢) in Chinese, clay tempered hamon make cutting edge hardness about 58HRc. full hand polish take hamon lin out and very clear. easy for cut paper or bamboo after full hand sharpened. double geometric groove included, its very nimble when you drawing and waving the sword.

The handle full rayskin covered, comfortable grip and durable for use. wooden core fit tang very well, and brass peg connect hilt with tang to make hilt tight and safety.

Scabbard wrapped quality rayskin. All fittings are made out of copper, gold and silver plating greatly enhance sword grade and luxury.

anyway, this is a great sword whatever for real use or collection.