The USMC Marine Corps NCO Sword by Atlanta Cutlery is a single-handed sword with a 30" curved blade made of polished carbon steel. Overall length of sword when iserted into the scabbard is approximately 36".  I do not believe is is cheap stanless steel as it will bend up to 30 degrees and return to true.  Suspect iit is at lease Rockwell 420 Stainless.  The handle is wrapped in leather and made of wood with wire wrap. Both the sword and scabbard have the matching contract serial number 30 stamped on them.  It is an original product made in India and has an ambidextrous dexterity. The sword is designed for collectors and enthusiasts of swords and sabers but since Atlanta Cutlery is a contracted provider of military dress swords it would be acceptable for use at official functions.