scope:

This specification covers requirements for the sword and scabbard worn by officers.

The sword blade will be of one type and of the following classes and lengths (see 6.2):

Class 1 - High carbon tool steel

Class 2 - Stainless steel

Lengths: 26-29-32-35 Beneficial comments (recommendations, additions, deletions) and any pertinent data which may be of use in improving this document should be addressed to the Commander (PSE-D), Marine Corps Systems Command, Quantico, VA 22134-5010 by using the Standardization Document Improvement Proposal (DD Form 1426) appearing at the end of this document or by letter.

intended Use:

The sword and scabbard described herein are intended for wear by officers of the U.S. Marine Corps.