This is definitely an eye catching piece. The Lou Wo Bleach Anime Katana features a full 41 inch length with a stylish fantasy design. The Heart Guard sword can be seen in the manga series Bleach carried by Lou Wo. His 27.5 inch sword blade is made from solid Stainless Steel which is then followed by the Steel Heart shape guard with design to imitate the Guard in Bleach series. The handle is wrapped using the traditional plat style with blue cotton cord. Under the handle wrap is the Japanese Menuki (ornament) decoration with is then followed by the imitation same. The metal hilt has an oval shape finish with a hole. The Saya (Scabbard) is made from wood with a high gloss blue and black lacquer finish and has the traditional bull horn wrap with blue cotton cord tied around the wooden Kurigata. This is the finishing touch you need for your Bleach sword collections. Specifications: Overall Length: 41 inch Handle Length: 11 inch Blade Length: 27.5 inch Scabbard Material: Wood with High Gloss Blue and Black Finish Blade Material: Carbon Steel