Battlecry Cutlass

Description of the Product

Battlecry has added every swashbuckler's and pirate's favorite sword to its line - the Cutlass. During the Age of Sail cutlasses were prized for their compact length, which was more suitable for the tight confines of a ship. This Battlecry Cutlass would do any seafarer proud, with a slightly upswept blade that has a clip point tip that's perfect for thrusting.

The basket is attractively decorated with cut-outs. The 1065 high carbon steel has a darkened, battle-hardened finish, so it's well protected from the frequent rust spots and stains that occur so often from everyday practice and exposure to the elements.

The blade has a full tang and is tempered to a low 50s RC. This pre-sharpened blade has gone through rigorous testing. The hands-on nature of the manufacturing by master smiths makes this line unique. Includes a top-quality, genuine leather scabbard with metal throat and chape. Scabbard includes attached frog and belt loop.

About Battlecry-line

The Battlecry line of historical swords, daggers and axes has been designed in conjunction with John Clements, whose knowledge of historical fencing and Medieval and Renaissance fighting methods is unsurpassed. Hand forged by Windlass Steelcrafts, high carbon steel is tempered in computer controlled ovens to a hardness of low 50’s RC. This ensures strength, resiliency and edge retention. Swords have extra wide full tangs and all Battlecry weapons are sharpened.

Each model has been put through rigorous physical testing to exceed industry standards. These battle tested weapons have a stone washed, blackened finish. The dark patina protects the blade from rust spots and stains that occur so often from everyday practice and exposure to the elements. Each piece is individually inspected at every step of the manufacturing process, and only after passing inspection they receive the armorers stamp on the blade. A certificate signed by the smith who wrought your weapon is included.

• Cutlass – a classic single-edged naval sword from the Age of Sail
• Widely used as a close-combat weapon by naval forces during the 1600–1800s and also associated with pirates
• The compact, slightly curved blade is well suited for fighting in the confined spaces of a ship
• Clip point blade tip allows effective thrusting
• Protective basket hilt with decorative cut-outs guards the hand
• Includes a leather scabbard with belt loop and a certificate of authenticity
• Dark patina finish helps protect the blade from rust and stains
• Overall length: 74.5 cm
• Blade length: 62.3 cm
• Handle length: 12 cm
• Weight without scabbard: 940 g
• Point of balance from the guard: 14.6 cm
• Blade width at guard: 32 mm
• Blade thickness at guard: 5 mm
• Blade material: 1065 High Carbon steel
• Sharpness: Sharp
• Manufacturer: Windlass Steelcrafts