They were also armed with long and short blades, where the male was not.

He opened a space between them sufficient for the long blade.

He reached inside his jacket and pulled out a long blade.

Finally, he used the long blade to cut a slice from one side.

I let myself fall to the ground, going for the long blade down my back, not worrying about trying to stand.

He took the long blade and let his eyes run down the gleaming steel.

Or, better yet, if they can make them with longer blades.

He made no effort to pull out the long blade.

They are defined by their long handles and short blades.

But I think those who learn a long blade first have more trouble.