Hilt alongside his blade typology. Oakeshott pommel types are enumerated with capital letters A–Z, with subtypes indicated by numerals. The grip is the handle of the sword. It was usually of wood or metal, and often covered with shagreen (untanned tough leather or shark skin). Shark skin proved to be the most durable in temperate climates but deteriorated in hot climates, and consequently rubber became popular in the latter half of the 19th century. Alternatively, many sword types opt for ray skin instead, referred to in katana construction as the "same". Whatever material covered the grip, it was usually both glued
Terror-Creatures from the Grave (Ennio Balbo). Other scenes included in the American cut involved a scene of a horse kicking a man to death. "Terror-Creatures from the Grave" was released in Italy on June 23, 1965, where it was distributed by Selecta. It grossed a total of 89 million Italian lire. The film was released on May 16, 1967 in the United States where it was distributed by Pacemaker Pictures. On the film's release abroad, Roberto Curti, author of "Italian Gothic Horror Films, 1957-1969", stated that "Terror-Creatures from the Grave" was "perhaps one of the most popular Italian horror films of the decade abroad."