The Cold Steel – Battle Ready Sword Cane features an extra strong partial crook handle with a black, aluminum shaft 2mm thick and heat-treated for strength. The concealed sword is easily released by a hard, quick tug on the handle to break the suction of its friction lock. The shaft is tapered and capped with a thick rubber ferrule for better traction. It measures 24 1/4 inches blade and 38 5/8 inches overall.