Engraved Hand Forged ITO Katana Dragon Sword Model 403

The Fudo Myoo symbol is engraved on one side of the blade and other side is decorated with an engraved dragon. The blade has been polished to a mirror finish with a hand sharpened edge, partially lining the blade is a thick hi (blood groove) which appears on both blade sides; forged using the Japanese Maru technique. Housing the blade is a natural wood saya (scabbard) which has been painted with a high gloss and coated with a lustrous lacquer. Black sageo (cord) decorates the saya and matches the ito (braid) surrounding the tsuka (handle); tsuka has been lined with real same (ray skin) and accented with an antiqued menuki (handle ornament). The tsuba (guard) displays two scenes; one side of the tsuba displays a huge tsunami and the other a samurai drawing his sword. Included is a cotton sword bag, perfect for blade storage. Measures 41 inches closed, 39.5 inches overall open with a 28 inch blade length, 18/64 blade thickness. Weight 3lbs 2oz closed and 2lbs 10oz open.