440 layer damascus Katana. With a blade length of 31.5 inches and an overall length of 41.5 inches it only weighs 2.2 lbs. The balance point is 5 to 6 inches in front of guard. Made from 1084 and 15n20 steels the handle is a natural cheery wood. The scabbard is also made from cherry. This sword has a full tang and has been solidified with 3 pins through it. On top of the cherry handle is a genuine stingray skin layer bonded to the cherry. On top of the ray skin is a real silk ito wrap. I did the best I could...it's my first. A damascus end cap and guard add to the beauty of the blade followed by copper fittings. The engraving is Japanese and from the guard up are 4 words...honor...truth...god...justice.
