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The french Boarding Cutlass is similar to the U.S. Marine cutlass. This Napoleonic era cutlass was used by Pirates roaming the Spanish Main. It features a 24.5" curved metal blade, a simulated brass handle, and a leather scabbard with brass fittings. The total length of this metal masterpiece is 29.5" long and it weighs in at 3.2 lbs. Unfortunately this Pyrate weapon is not full battle worthy.
As seen on www.cindyvallar.com
Among the brethren who prowled the seas in search of treasure were men, and some women, of many nationalities. One group, however, that seems to get short shrift are the pirates who came from Canada or who committed acts of piracy against Canada. Pirates frequented the waters of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. Most were English, but some were French or Dutch. The earliest account of piracy occurred in 1582 when Henry Oughtred and Sir John Perrot attacked Portuguese and Spanish fishermen near Avalon. During the 17th and 18th centuries, a few notorious pirates left their calling cards, yet most faded into the annals of history.
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