Blunted edge functional Knights Full Tang Longsword are excellent for reenactments, sparring, practice, and medieval renaissance fairs. The edge is not sharp, but the construction quality is built for sword on sword action. Yes, it will withstand parring and strike at full strength. This sword has a fuller that travels the length of the blade and serves to lighten and balance the blade. Hone your sword skills with a bastard sword like this one and you will be putting on the show in no time at all. These swords are specifically designed to be used in theatrical reenactments and to clang together without the risk of a sharpened edge. The steel is toughened for durability and you will have trouble putting this sword down. Believe it or not, the handle is just a simple steel tang that is very wide and tapers down at the end. The grip is literally a strip of thick leather that is wound around the tang in a manner you may come to expect in the European Middle Ages. The grip can be unwound by hand and replaced with something else if desired. Finally, the pommel is also solid high carbon steel and is fully welded to the tang. It is just the standard issue round pommel you would expect on a Knights sword such as this. This is a totally new generation of Full Tang Medieval Sword, and supplies are limited. Hard wood scabbard is included, wrapped in leather and has metal fittings. Specifications Overall Length: 40.25 Inches Blade Length: 32 Inches Blade Material: High Carbon Steel Blade Thickness: 5mm Tang: Full Tang, Seamless to Blade Sharpness & Functionality: Functional, Blunted for Reenactment, Practice Bruiser Guard: Forward Swept, 7.33 Inches, Carbon Steel Handle Length: 8 Inches Handle: Steel Tang Wrapped w Genuine Leather Webbing Pommel: Carbon Steel, Welded to Tang Scabbard: Wooden, Leather Wrapped, Metal Fittings