41" Kill Bill Budd's Hattori Hanzo Samurai Katana Sword

Ts magnificent Glossy black hardwood saya (the scabbard), featuring gold Lion symbol and three Leaf sycamore emblem (same as in the movie), and handguard piece are intricately designed as individual works of art. Gold dragons on each side of the handguard are partially hidden by black wrappings that match those on the scabbard. Another highlight of the handguard is the metal tsuba (guard). 440 stainless steel heat Tempered blade features wave frosting. This is exactly the same sword that bill gave to his brother buddy in the movie; the etching on the blade says:"to My brother buddy, the only man I ever loved.- bill." overall length: 41 3/4" blade length: 27"