Enjoy the weight, texture, and aging of brass. It may turn black or develop a verdigris (green rust formed by oxidation). You can restore its shine by sanding it. Weight (with cap): Approximately 47g (without cap): Approximately 23g Length (with cap): Approximately 138mm (without cap): Approximately 127mm Width (maximum): Approximately 13.3mm There may be iron filings or scratches on the surface from the manufacturing process. ★About Kaya (Japanese nutmeg-yew) An evergreen conifer of the genus Torreya. Because it grows slowly, the wood grain is very fine and smooth. It has a sweet, cinnamon-like fragrance.