Classic Tiger Katana SH12040

44.5" (113.03cm) overall. 29.75" (75.57cm) K120C powder steel blade. Weight: 2.8lb. Blade is differentially tempered with a traditional claying method to the grain pattern (hada) showing distinct layers. The hamon is evident and prominent. Blade features groove (bo-hi) on both sides. The tsuba is made from blackened iron depicting a "stalking tiger" inlaid in brass. Cotton wrapped rayskin handle. Black wood scabbard. Boxed.