British Infantry Officer's Sword - ER 1897 Pattern (Steel Scabbard)

This sword is considered by some to be the best fighting sword ever issued to a British Officer. As such it has never been replaced and is the current issue sword within the British Army. The only difference between this sword and its Victorian predecessor is the cypher of the reigning monarch at the time of issue. The polished blade has been forged from AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel and has been well tempered.

Scabbard included. Replacement steel scabbard and leather scabbard available separately.

Total length: 98 cm
Blade length: 82.5 cm
Grip length:  10.5 cm
Weight: 0.902 kg
Blade thickness (base): 5.6 mm
Blade thickness (CoP): 4.7  mm
Blade width (base):  2.3 cm
Blade width (CoP): 2 cm 
Point of Balance (PoB): 14 cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP):  26 cm
Blade: AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Nut
Scabbard: Steel

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