The Cutlass was a short slashing sword, ideal for the close- quarters battles aboard great sailing men-of-war. Generally regarded as a pirate weapon, the cutlass was, in fact, issued to the Naval personnel of many countries, and this piece by Denix replicates a French naval style of the early 19th century. Excellent for maritime re-creations. The blade of this Denix sword is cast from a metal alloy and cannot be sharpened, making them safe for display in family environments.