Gladius Samurai swords have functional 440C stainless steel blades, which are fully tempered and edged, but they are primarily intended for use as collectibles and decorator pieces, generally with eye-catching coloring and detailing. Made to match the 062-GL Katana,m the Tokogawa Wakizashi is decorated identically. BLADE LENGTH: 9 3/4" HANDLE LENGTH: 5" OVERALL LENGTH: 14 3/4" WEIGHT: 1lb 8oz