This beautifully hand forged blade features an impressive 8.75 high carbon 5160 steel blade. The hilt, pommel plate, and finial nut are hand made from mild steel that has been blued. The handle is made from padauk wood chosen for its striking red orange color and high chatoyancy. Not only would this functional piece of handcrafted art look great in any collection, it would also make a great gift. This blade was hand forged to shape and then quenched and tempered. Then it was hand ground and polished. Finally, the blade is hand honed to a razors edge. Because this is a hand forged piece there may be some cosmetic variations. Blade material: 5160 high carbon steel. Blade length: 8.75″ with 8.25″ cutting edged. Handle material: padouk wood. Handle length: 5.25. This item is not a toy it is a fully heat treated, razor sharp, and battle ready piece of functional art. This item is made of padauk wood and blued steel hilt and pommel pieces, 5160 high carbon steel, brass pin.