Modeled on the Italian concept of sword design, the blade and balance slightly favors thrusting attacks and its cutting edges are astonishingly effective too. Its simple cruciform hilt features a long upturned cross guard, leather-over-wood grip, and a counter balancing fish tail pommel. Includes leather/wood scabbard with steel fittings. 35 1/2" 1055 carbon steel blade. 45" overall. Cold Steel, 88ITS