Although we are not able to base this size on your shirt arm length, you can use the steps below to measure for a sword.



1) The best way to size a sword or saber is to hold another sword or saber in the "Carry Sword" position to see how the length fits.



2) If one does not have another sword or saber on hand, measuring for the fit is possible. Stand at a modified position of attention with your arm extended down at your side and your fingers extended down.



3) Measure from your eye to the "V" between your thumb and your index finger. Using this measurement, the correct sword length depends on the type of piece:



Army Officer Saber, Navy Officer Sword, USMC NCO Sword, USCG Officer Sword - take the above measurement minus 3 inches.



Army NCO Sword, USMC Officer Sword, and academy swords – take the above measurement minus 2 inches.



4) If you are within a 1/2-inch of a sword size: we generally recommend rounding up to the nearest size.



5) If you are within 1-inch of a sword size: we generally recommend rounding down to the nearest size.



6) For 1-1/2-inches: since most of our swords are sized in 1" increments (a few are offered in 2" size increments) it would be rare to have a 1-1/2-inch rounding issue, unless we were back-ordered on some sizes and you needed a sword very quickly. We would generally suggest against rounding 1-1/2-inches or more, but if necessary, we would suggest rounding down to the nearest size. It is easier to compensate for a shorter length sword by slightly raising your hand/arm's position (to bring the point up to eye level) than it is to compensate for a longer sword by lowering your hand.