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To be clear--the Hisshou is a specialized tool intended for military and special forces. James Williams designed this military sword for fighting in close. In entry and search operations, silence is often critical--the Hisshou comes into play when firearms cannot be used. The 13" full tang dual grind Tanto blade is high satin finished YK-30 high-carbon steel. With a long tapered tip grind, it is desgined to give you maximum slashing power and superior penetration. The handle is classic cord wrapped with ray skin underlays. It can be carried in multiple positions and comes with a custom Kydex sheath that features a patented* quick-release belt-mounting system for the Hisshou. The sheath has detents which grip the knife securely and wide entry lips which allow the knife to be returned to the sheath with one hand. The Hisshou demands respect, and is certainly not a sport or work knife, but it can truly be a lifesaver for the military professional. This is a knife that would have been carried by the Samurai SPECIFICATIONS: Blade: Length: 13" Thickness: 0.26" Steel: YK-30, 57-59 HRC Overall: 18.38" Weight: 16.4 oz. Handle Material: Cord Wrapped with Ray Skin underlays