U.S. MARINE NCO SABER (88MNS) While Cold Steel heartily approves of our Armed Forces wearing dress swords and sabers, they thought it was a shame that only unsharpened, poorly tempered wall hangers made of weak stainless steel are all that's available. So they decided to make their own truly battle worthy reproductions. Faithful in every detail to government specifications; they offer highly polished blades, appropriate etching and quality hilts and scabbards. The only real changes they have made is to drastically improve their performance as weapons by forging them from 1050 Carbon Steel and properly heat treating them to a tough spring temper before sharpening. Includes leather scabbard w/brass fittings. • Overall Length: 38 1/4'' • Blade Length: 32" • Handle Length: 6 1/4" • Blade: sharp polished 1055 carbon steel • Point of Balance: 4 5/8'' from guard • Weight: 29.5 oz