PLEASE EVALUATE PHOTOS FOR PERSONAL EVALUATION OF BALDE . Cutting edge is " 27 INCHES and the whole sword is " 40 1/2 inches long, sharp AND LOCK MECHANISHM WORKS GOOD . Please look at pictures for more personal evaluation of item, I have taken all angles of the sword with very clear pictures. Please I'll be happy to answer any questions or send more pictures.No russia, italy, or china (only Hong Kong) Please see the many unique items we have for sale on e...Bay at THE SAMURAI MONKEY 42