How to Size a Military Sword
The length of the blade and the height of a person are very important when it comes to sizing a military sword. The correct blade length depends on how an individual carries their sword. The correct length of the military sword depends on the intended use of the sword.
Things You'll Need:
- Military sword
- Measuring tape
- Sword sizing chart
- Know the most common length of a military sword. A person that is between 5'8" and 5'11" in height generally is able to use the most common length sword, which is a 30-inch blade length. This blade length works well particularly for those who don't intend execute manual arms and draw the sword.
- Hold another sword in the "Carry Sword" position to see how it fits in length. The "Carry Sword" position is the function of the individual's arm length, neck length, and how they carry the sword piece.
- Stand in the position of attention with your arms and fingers extended down at your side, if you don’t have another sword to measure by.
- Measure from your eye to the "V" shape that is formed between your thumb and index finger. Compare that measurement to a sword sizing chart for they type of sword that you have. You can find a chart online. If you are within a 1/2-inch of a sword size, it is best that you round up to the nearest size. If you are within 1-inchc of a sword size, it is best that you round down to the nearest size.