Practical Katana from CAS-Hanwei makes an ideal cutting sword.Overall length: 39inBlade length: 27inHandle length: 11inWeight: 2lb 7ozPoint of Balance: 5inWidth at Guard: 1.35inWidth at Tip: 1.04inThickness at Guard: .26inThickness at Tip: .16inSori: 3/4inSpecs will vary slightly from piece to piece.