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Handmade Medieval Short Sword Acid Washed Steel D-Guard Leather Sheath
Not every short sword leaves an impression. The Dark Storm Handmade Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica does. This 28-inch collector's piece is built around the iconic naval cutlass design a single-edge acid-washed blade, a bold black D-guard basket hilt, a leather-wrapped grip, and a full-length black leather scabbard. Raw, rugged, and handcrafted at JW SteelCrafts.
The blade runs approximately 20–22 inches of acid-washed steel with a wide fuller groove along the length. The acid-wash gives it a matte, aged, battle-worn texture that is highly popular with historical replica collectors. A slight curve gives the blade the classic cutlass profile designed for slashing cuts and widely used by naval officers and sailors from the 17th to 19th centuries.
The D-guard basket hilt is the standout feature. The curved black knuckle bow wraps the hand in the classic naval guard style functional, historically accurate, and visually striking. The leather-wrapped handle sits securely inside the guard. The black leather scabbard is full-length, clean-stitched, and includes a shoulder strap loop for display or carry.
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SPECIFICATIONS
- Blade Material – Steel Acid-Washed / Stone-Washed Dark Finish
- Overall Length – 28 Inches
- Blade Style – Single-Edge Cutlass Profile Fuller Groove, Slight Curve
- Guard – D-Guard Basket Hilt Black Finish, Curved Knuckle Bow
- Handle – Black Leather Wrapped Inside D-Guard
- Scabbard – Full-Length Black Leather Clean Stitched, Shoulder Strap Loop
- Style – Naval Cutlass / Pirate Short Sword Historical Replica
- Brand – JW SteelCrafts
FEATURES AS BENEFITS
- Acid-washed single-edge blade – Raw, matte, battle-worn texture that gives this sword an authentic historical replica character.
- D-guard basket hilt – Iconic naval cutlass guard design historically accurate and visually bold from every angle.
- Fuller groove on blade – Classic historical detail that adds visual depth and reduces blade weight proportionally.
- Black leather-wrapped handle – Secure, comfortable grip inside the D-guard well-balanced for display and handling.
- Full-length black leather scabbard – Complete presentation package protects blade and makes display, storage, or gifting effortless.
- 28-inch compact short sword length – Ideal for wall display, Renaissance fair use, cosplay, or collector cases.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Wipe blade clean and dry after each handling
- Apply light blade oil to the acid-washed steel to prevent rust
- Avoid abrasive cleaners they can damage the acid-wash texture
- Clean leather scabbard with a soft cloth and condition periodically with leather oil
- Store in scabbard in a dry location away from humidity
Add the Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica to your cart today limited handcrafted stock available. Fast USA shipping on every order.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a naval cutlass short sword?
A naval cutlass is a short, single-edge sword with a curved blade and a D-guard basket hilt. It was the standard sidearm of naval sailors and officers from the 17th to 19th centuries, used aboard ships for its compact size and slashing capability. The Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica is historically inspired by this iconic design acid-washed blade, D-guard hilt, and black leather scabbard included.
What is a short sword called in historical terms?
Short swords go by many names depending on their origin and style. A Roman short sword is called a gladius. A naval short sword is called a cutlass. A Japanese short sword is called a wakizashi. The Dark Storm is modeled after the naval cutlass tradition single-edge, D-guard, and approximately 28 inches overall placing it firmly in the historical short sword category.
What is a D-guard basket hilt on a sword?
A D-guard (also called a basket hilt) is a curved metal guard that wraps around the handle in a D or basket shape, protecting the hand. This guard style was widely used on naval cutlasses, cavalry sabers, and short swords from the 17th to 19th centuries. The Dark Storm features a classic black D-guard knuckle bow that is both historically accurate and visually striking.
Is the Dark Storm cutlass good for cosplay or display?
Yes. The acid-washed blade, black D-guard hilt, and full leather scabbard make the Dark Storm one of the most complete and display-ready short swords in the JW SteelCrafts lineup. It suits pirate, naval officer, and historical warrior character builds for cosplay events, Renaissance fairs, and theatrical productions. It also makes a bold wall display or collector's gift.
Where can I buy a handmade naval cutlass short sword in the USA?
JW SteelCrafts ships handmade historical replica swords from Texas, USA. Every piece is individually crafted and quality-checked before shipping. The Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica is available now with secure checkout, fast domestic shipping, and over 830 verified customer reviews. It is one of our most popular historical short sword replicas.
Not every short sword leaves an impression. The Dark Storm Handmade Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica does. This 28-inch collector's piece is built around the iconic naval cutlass design a single-edge acid-washed blade, a bold black D-guard basket hilt, a leather-wrapped grip, and a full-length black leather scabbard. Raw, rugged, and handcrafted at JW SteelCrafts.
The blade runs approximately 20–22 inches of acid-washed steel with a wide fuller groove along the length. The acid-wash gives it a matte, aged, battle-worn texture that is highly popular with historical replica collectors. A slight curve gives the blade the classic cutlass profile designed for slashing cuts and widely used by naval officers and sailors from the 17th to 19th centuries.
The D-guard basket hilt is the standout feature. The curved black knuckle bow wraps the hand in the classic naval guard style functional, historically accurate, and visually striking. The leather-wrapped handle sits securely inside the guard. The black leather scabbard is full-length, clean-stitched, and includes a shoulder strap loop for display or carry.
Explore more in our Historical Replica Swords and Sea Serpent Pirate Officer Sword.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Blade Material – Steel Acid-Washed / Stone-Washed Dark Finish
- Overall Length – 28 Inches
- Blade Style – Single-Edge Cutlass Profile Fuller Groove, Slight Curve
- Guard – D-Guard Basket Hilt Black Finish, Curved Knuckle Bow
- Handle – Black Leather Wrapped Inside D-Guard
- Scabbard – Full-Length Black Leather Clean Stitched, Shoulder Strap Loop
- Style – Naval Cutlass / Pirate Short Sword Historical Replica
- Brand – JW SteelCrafts
FEATURES AS BENEFITS
- Acid-washed single-edge blade – Raw, matte, battle-worn texture that gives this sword an authentic historical replica character.
- D-guard basket hilt – Iconic naval cutlass guard design historically accurate and visually bold from every angle.
- Fuller groove on blade – Classic historical detail that adds visual depth and reduces blade weight proportionally.
- Black leather-wrapped handle – Secure, comfortable grip inside the D-guard well-balanced for display and handling.
- Full-length black leather scabbard – Complete presentation package protects blade and makes display, storage, or gifting effortless.
- 28-inch compact short sword length – Ideal for wall display, Renaissance fair use, cosplay, or collector cases.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Wipe blade clean and dry after each handling
- Apply light blade oil to the acid-washed steel to prevent rust
- Avoid abrasive cleaners they can damage the acid-wash texture
- Clean leather scabbard with a soft cloth and condition periodically with leather oil
- Store in scabbard in a dry location away from humidity
Add the Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica to your cart today limited handcrafted stock available. Fast USA shipping on every order.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a naval cutlass short sword?
A naval cutlass is a short, single-edge sword with a curved blade and a D-guard basket hilt. It was the standard sidearm of naval sailors and officers from the 17th to 19th centuries, used aboard ships for its compact size and slashing capability. The Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica is historically inspired by this iconic design acid-washed blade, D-guard hilt, and black leather scabbard included.
What is a short sword called in historical terms?
Short swords go by many names depending on their origin and style. A Roman short sword is called a gladius. A naval short sword is called a cutlass. A Japanese short sword is called a wakizashi. The Dark Storm is modeled after the naval cutlass tradition single-edge, D-guard, and approximately 28 inches overall placing it firmly in the historical short sword category.
What is a D-guard basket hilt on a sword?
A D-guard (also called a basket hilt) is a curved metal guard that wraps around the handle in a D or basket shape, protecting the hand. This guard style was widely used on naval cutlasses, cavalry sabers, and short swords from the 17th to 19th centuries. The Dark Storm features a classic black D-guard knuckle bow that is both historically accurate and visually striking.
Is the Dark Storm cutlass good for cosplay or display?
Yes. The acid-washed blade, black D-guard hilt, and full leather scabbard make the Dark Storm one of the most complete and display-ready short swords in the JW SteelCrafts lineup. It suits pirate, naval officer, and historical warrior character builds for cosplay events, Renaissance fairs, and theatrical productions. It also makes a bold wall display or collector's gift.
Where can I buy a handmade naval cutlass short sword in the USA?
JW SteelCrafts ships handmade historical replica swords from Texas, USA. Every piece is individually crafted and quality-checked before shipping. The Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica is available now with secure checkout, fast domestic shipping, and over 830 verified customer reviews. It is one of our most popular historical short sword replicas.
$139.65
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$139.65Description
Not every short sword leaves an impression. The Dark Storm Handmade Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica does. This 28-inch collector's piece is built around the iconic naval cutlass design a single-edge acid-washed blade, a bold black D-guard basket hilt, a leather-wrapped grip, and a full-length black leather scabbard. Raw, rugged, and handcrafted at JW SteelCrafts.
The blade runs approximately 20–22 inches of acid-washed steel with a wide fuller groove along the length. The acid-wash gives it a matte, aged, battle-worn texture that is highly popular with historical replica collectors. A slight curve gives the blade the classic cutlass profile designed for slashing cuts and widely used by naval officers and sailors from the 17th to 19th centuries.
The D-guard basket hilt is the standout feature. The curved black knuckle bow wraps the hand in the classic naval guard style functional, historically accurate, and visually striking. The leather-wrapped handle sits securely inside the guard. The black leather scabbard is full-length, clean-stitched, and includes a shoulder strap loop for display or carry.
Explore more in our Historical Replica Swords and Sea Serpent Pirate Officer Sword.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Blade Material – Steel Acid-Washed / Stone-Washed Dark Finish
- Overall Length – 28 Inches
- Blade Style – Single-Edge Cutlass Profile Fuller Groove, Slight Curve
- Guard – D-Guard Basket Hilt Black Finish, Curved Knuckle Bow
- Handle – Black Leather Wrapped Inside D-Guard
- Scabbard – Full-Length Black Leather Clean Stitched, Shoulder Strap Loop
- Style – Naval Cutlass / Pirate Short Sword Historical Replica
- Brand – JW SteelCrafts
FEATURES AS BENEFITS
- Acid-washed single-edge blade – Raw, matte, battle-worn texture that gives this sword an authentic historical replica character.
- D-guard basket hilt – Iconic naval cutlass guard design historically accurate and visually bold from every angle.
- Fuller groove on blade – Classic historical detail that adds visual depth and reduces blade weight proportionally.
- Black leather-wrapped handle – Secure, comfortable grip inside the D-guard well-balanced for display and handling.
- Full-length black leather scabbard – Complete presentation package protects blade and makes display, storage, or gifting effortless.
- 28-inch compact short sword length – Ideal for wall display, Renaissance fair use, cosplay, or collector cases.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Wipe blade clean and dry after each handling
- Apply light blade oil to the acid-washed steel to prevent rust
- Avoid abrasive cleaners they can damage the acid-wash texture
- Clean leather scabbard with a soft cloth and condition periodically with leather oil
- Store in scabbard in a dry location away from humidity
Add the Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica to your cart today limited handcrafted stock available. Fast USA shipping on every order.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a naval cutlass short sword?
A naval cutlass is a short, single-edge sword with a curved blade and a D-guard basket hilt. It was the standard sidearm of naval sailors and officers from the 17th to 19th centuries, used aboard ships for its compact size and slashing capability. The Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica is historically inspired by this iconic design acid-washed blade, D-guard hilt, and black leather scabbard included.
What is a short sword called in historical terms?
Short swords go by many names depending on their origin and style. A Roman short sword is called a gladius. A naval short sword is called a cutlass. A Japanese short sword is called a wakizashi. The Dark Storm is modeled after the naval cutlass tradition single-edge, D-guard, and approximately 28 inches overall placing it firmly in the historical short sword category.
What is a D-guard basket hilt on a sword?
A D-guard (also called a basket hilt) is a curved metal guard that wraps around the handle in a D or basket shape, protecting the hand. This guard style was widely used on naval cutlasses, cavalry sabers, and short swords from the 17th to 19th centuries. The Dark Storm features a classic black D-guard knuckle bow that is both historically accurate and visually striking.
Is the Dark Storm cutlass good for cosplay or display?
Yes. The acid-washed blade, black D-guard hilt, and full leather scabbard make the Dark Storm one of the most complete and display-ready short swords in the JW SteelCrafts lineup. It suits pirate, naval officer, and historical warrior character builds for cosplay events, Renaissance fairs, and theatrical productions. It also makes a bold wall display or collector's gift.
Where can I buy a handmade naval cutlass short sword in the USA?
JW SteelCrafts ships handmade historical replica swords from Texas, USA. Every piece is individually crafted and quality-checked before shipping. The Dark Storm Naval Cutlass Short Sword Replica is available now with secure checkout, fast domestic shipping, and over 830 verified customer reviews. It is one of our most popular historical short sword replicas.
