Pirate's Cutlass Sword The Cutlass was a short slashing sword, ideal for the close- quarters battles aboard great sailing ships Overall Length: 28 3/4"; weight - 2lbs 11oz; Handle Length 5 1/2"; Blade Length 22 1/2" The Skull-and-Crossbones emblazoned on the scabbard throat and a full-rigged pirate ship are engraved on the Brass handguard The 3.5" blade is constructed with 440 stainless steel;