Twelve inches of solid hardwood have been engraved with the pitch black dragon and linked together with a 9.75 inch Kusari (steel chain). The chain that links the swivel Kontoh are made of steel and fastened with steel hardware. The Kontei (bottom) of the nunchaku is rounded along with the Kontoh.  Overall Length: 12.1 Inches. Chain: 9.75 Inches, Stainless Steel. Handle: Hardwood, Pitch Black Finish, Carved Design. Bolsters: Stainless Steel, Swivel.