British Royal Navy Boarding Cutlass - 1804 Pattern

This pattern of sword was introduced during the Napoleonic Wars and saw service at the famous Battle of Trafalgar. Previous cutlasses shared a similar figure 8 hilt design but featured horn or leather grips that deteriorated quickly when exposed to seawater and changes in temperature.

The introduction of an iron grip greatly extended the serviceable life of this sword. The hilts were traditionally painted or japanned to stop them from rusting. The blade has been forged from AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel and has been well-tempered. It is housed in a black hardened buff leather scabbard.

Total Length: 89cm
Blade Length: 74.5cm
Grip Length: 12cm
Weight: 1.458kg
Blade Thickness (base): 6.3mm
Blade Width (base): 3.6cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 15cm
Blade: AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Leather, Brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.