| This sword used by and against pirates, privateers, and many national navies was chosen above other sword styles for its simplicity, speed, power, and good hand protection in close quarter ship combat. Since wearing gauntlets for hand protection was not always practical or desirable the added protection of the guard on this cutlass saves many blows to the hand during sparring with friend or foe. It has a nice ringing sound during use.
The Cutlass now has a more pronounced curve to it as shown in the last two pictures. The only other difference is that the beveled edge option will not have the sanding/grinding lines perpendicular to the rest of the blade. It is sanded parallel to the non beveled part of the blade which gives a better finished look to the blade (not shown in the above pictures).
The 7075 aluminum alloy blade makes this a very durable weapon. The steel guard gives this sword great weight and balance characteristics.
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