Over all length: 28.00 inches. Blade length 21.00 inches. Handle length 07.00 inches. Tthe high grade damascus steel used for this blade consists of layers of low carbon and high carbon mixture welded, forged and hammered several times to obtain up to 256 layers. The hardness of these blades is up to 55-60 hrc on the rockwell scale providing sharp edges that are designed for lots of use. We don’t sell knives to any one who is under age 18. The knife blade should always be clean and treated with oil after use. We feel proud to satisfy our customers. This item is made of damascus steel and steel, corban steel.