Specs The Shinwa Jade Defender Katana is the perfect example of the exceptional quality that you get with a Shinwa swordThe katana has a carbon steel blade that extends from a matte black, metal alloy circular tsuba with an open-work designThe hardwood handle is expertly wrapped Samurai-style with cord over faux rayskin with a polished brass menukiThe 38 1/2" overall katana slides smoothly into its matching wooden scabbard that has a painted, speckled design *This item is excluded from express shipping.