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Hi all. Just completed this one and added to the website. Will be doing a video on it soon.
History of the Smatchet:
The Smatchet was used by British and American special forces (Special Air Service and Office of Strategic Services, respectively) during World War II. Designed as a pure combat weapon. The psychological reaction of any man, when he first takes the smatchet in his hand is full justification for its recommendation as a fighting weapon. He will immediately register all the essential qualities of a good fighter - confidence, determination, and aggressiveness. Its balance, weight and killing power, with the point and edge, combined with the extremely simple training necessary to become efficient in its use, make it the ideal personal weapon.
Tactical Smatchet Short Sword Used by British & American Special Forces During WWII:
Shop Details:
1095 High Carbon Spring Steel. Steel is Heat Hardened & quenched. Heat Tempered @ 500 degrees for 2 hours, and letting it air cool.
Measurements:
Total Length = 16"
Blade Length = 10 "
Blade Width = 2 7/8 "
Blade Thickness = 3/16 "
Handle Length = 6 "
Handle Width = 1 ¼ " x 7/8 "
Handle: Black Linen Micarta
Weight = 1 ½ lb
Pictures below. Thanks.
History of the Smatchet:
The Smatchet was used by British and American special forces (Special Air Service and Office of Strategic Services, respectively) during World War II. Designed as a pure combat weapon. The psychological reaction of any man, when he first takes the smatchet in his hand is full justification for its recommendation as a fighting weapon. He will immediately register all the essential qualities of a good fighter - confidence, determination, and aggressiveness. Its balance, weight and killing power, with the point and edge, combined with the extremely simple training necessary to become efficient in its use, make it the ideal personal weapon.
Tactical Smatchet Short Sword Used by British & American Special Forces During WWII:
Shop Details:
1095 High Carbon Spring Steel. Steel is Heat Hardened & quenched. Heat Tempered @ 500 degrees for 2 hours, and letting it air cool.
Measurements:
Total Length = 16"
Blade Length = 10 "
Blade Width = 2 7/8 "
Blade Thickness = 3/16 "
Handle Length = 6 "
Handle Width = 1 ¼ " x 7/8 "
Handle: Black Linen Micarta
Weight = 1 ½ lb
Pictures below. Thanks.