This Khanda sword has a very long 42 inches, heavy wedge shaped blade with a 10 inches back edge tapering to an acute tip. Basically a cutting weapon that could be used for thrust as well. The blade is marked on the spine with gold inlay letters and with the famous eyelashes marks as a sign of quality. Indian basket hilt, whole steel with a four inches pommel extension used as a second hand grip. A sword of quality with a very good and sharp blade. Total length 50 inches. Good condition. Black age patina spots on the blade but NO PITTING. An old repair to the hand guard.