A forged high-carbon steel hammered to the correct curvature. It is hardened to ca. 48-52 ° HRC Rockwell, then well-tempered and hand-polished and nickel-plated. The acid-etch is so deep one can feel it with a fingernail. Length ca. 76 cm / 30 inch.
Guard:
Embossed brass and nickel-plated.
Grip:
Black grip with finger grooves.
Scabbard:
Nickelplated and hand-polished steel tube with 2 attachment rings.