I just ordered a 1917 Cutlass what am I in for ???

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Cyblade

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I've been wanting one for as long as they have been out but couldn't justify the expense. Someone sent me a 150.00 amazon gift card so I figured it was a sign and after taxes and everything it only cost me 31.00.
 
I wanted to get the hybrid but I know me and the money would have been gone before Cold Steel released it whenever that might be. This will be my first real sword not some piece of stainless flea market garbage so I'm hoping this is everything I wanted and more.
 
I have their light cavalry sword. It's for sure a solidly built sword but a bit on the heavy side. The cutlass is lighter and with a full scale tang should certainly be rugged enough for WW3.
 
One of the better sword profiles for a modern infantry sword, in my opinion ( the other being a gladius). I have four now; two more have passed through my hands to others.

I love them. One piece, full tang; you can remove the end bolt and take off handle slabs and basket, for customization. A bit blade heavy, from what I hear; but that's due to modern swords being made a bit more rugged (a generalization I've been told)....lends itself to modern heavier use. Nice hacker with a decent point, can cover tactical machete role....certainly much pricier than a machete that'll do the job as well or better; but if you're carrying a sword anyway, that'll be a good one to carry.

I have no issues whatsoever with mine...love them. My only wonder is how strong the weld is on the nut that the end bolt goes into...never had an issue; but that part is welded, FYI. The rest is all one piece of steel. Excellent for an entry level, user/workhorse sword. I plan on getting at least 2 Hybrids.
 
What's the easiest way to clean the inch thick coating of grease off without risking accidental limb removal. What solvent will remove the goo and not the finish.
 
Cyblade said:
What's the easiest way to clean the inch thick coating of grease off without risking accidental limb removal. What solvent will remove the goo and not the finish.
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I took it apart and used soap and water. Dry it and oil it FAST, and you shouldn't have any problems. I knew a guy who used his dishwasher to clean cosmoline off gun parts. Good soap and hot water will dispose of grease pretty well...you just have to protect the steel when you're finished.
 
Cyblade said:
What's the easiest way to clean the inch thick coating of grease off without risking accidental limb removal. What solvent will remove the goo and not the finish.
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Some good anti-grease dishwashing liquid soap should do it.
 
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