The United Black collection delivers another superior example of the Japanese katana. This is the Shikyo (Japanese for death) katana. This sword measures 43 1/8" and features a mirror polished 29 1/2" blade of hand forged 1045 carbon steel with a heavy blood groove. The blade tang has an exclusive stamp that can only be found on a United Black sword blade. The hardwood handle offers black ray skin and custom leather wrap accented with brass menuki and a uniquely designed cast metal guard and pommel. 43 1/8" overall. 29 1/2" blade.