Tucker / 1st Cal. Staff, OFFICER SABER WITH SERPENT AND APPLE LANGETS, INSCRIBED PRE-WAR MILITIA SWORD AND LATER CASED MAJOR GENERAL DRESS EPAULETS BELONGING TO MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT COLONEL ALEXANDER SHALER, 65TH NEW YORK INFANTRY, IMPORT NON-REGULATION FOOT OFFICERS SWORD WITH UNUSUAL QUILL BACK BLADE, IMPORT MODEL 1840 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD NAMED TO 12TH ILLINOIS CAVALRY OFFICER, POST-CIVIL WAR 1859 CONTRACT USMC MUSICIAN'S SWORD BY HORSTMANN, SCARCE AND DESIRABLE AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER IN VERY GOOD CONDITION, EX- KEVIN HOFFMAN, FANTASTIC EXAMPLE OF A CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD BY BOYLE & GAMBLE, PRESENTATION MODEL 1840 CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER BY AMES, IMPRESSIVE CIVIL WAR MODEL 1860 STAFF SWORD WITH RARE COUNTERGUARD MOTIF: ONE OF TWO KNOWN, NATHAN STARR US NAVAL CUTLASS WITH RACK NUMBER, IMPORT MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD WITH MINTY BLADE, UNIFORM GROUP IDENTIFIED TO LIEUTENANT-COLONEL ADDISON W. PRESTON, 1ST VERMONT CAVALRY WHO TOOK PART IN FARNSWORTHS CHARGE AT GETTYSBURG AND WAS LATER KILLED IN ACTION AT HAWES SHOP IN 1864, IDENTIFIED MODEL 1852 NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD WITH SCABBARD CHARLES F. HATCH, IMPORT MOUNTED MODEL 1850 STAFF & FIELD OFFICERS SWORD WITH HORSTMANN MARK, EARLY AMES MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER & SCABBARD DATED 1859, MODEL 1840 CAVALRY OFFICERS SWORD WITH PRESENTATION TO A CAPTAIN OF THE 5TH NEW YORK CAVALRY, SCARCE SPECIAL ORDER CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER BY ROBY, FOR HIS OWN CAVALRY TROOP: LT. JAMES A. DAVIS, LATE 2nd MASS, WIA ANTIETAM, RARE TOPOGRAPHICAL ENGINEER QUILL BACKED SABER BY WEYERSBERG AND HORSTMANN, MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICERS SWORD BY ROBY ATTRIBUTED TO 109TH NEW YORK SERGEANT, EXCELLENT MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, MODEL 1860 FIELD AND STAFF OFFICERS SWORD IDD TO US MARINE HOSPITAL SERVICE SURGEON WHO WAS A BRAVE SOLDIER AND DEDICATED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL DR. WILLIAM H. H. HUTTON, AMES MODEL 1840 GENERAL OFFICERS SWORD PRESENTED TO JAMES W. PRESTON BY THE CHATHAM ARTILLERY OF SAVANNAH, GEORGIA, EARLY WIDE BLADE M1840 HORSTMANN MARINE CORPS NCO SWORD WITH PERIOD INSCRIPTION, SHORTENED MODEL 1840 PATTERN UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS NCO SWORD BY HORSTMANN WITH UNALTERED SCABBARD, US MARINE CORPS OFFICERS ENGLISH MADE MAMALUKE WITH IVORY GRIP, EARLY MARINE CORPS MAMALUKE WITH CARVED BONE GRIP, EXCELLENT CONDITION EARLY MARINE MAMALUKE WITH IVORY GRIP AND ENGRAVED SCABBARD, SILVER GRIPPED CLAUBERG 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD, NON-REGULATION SILVER GRIPPED PRESENTATION SWORD BY SCHUYLER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM - LT. JAMES MOFFAT, 16TH NEW YORK CAVALRY, MINTY 1850 FOOT OFFICERS SWORD BY JAMES P. FITCH WITH SCARCE GUTTA PERCHA GRIP. HANLY, MARCH 20th, 1863, MEXICAN WAR PRESENTATION SWORD OF CAPTAIN JAMES DILL GALBRAITH, OF NATCHEZ, MISSISSIPPI, BY THE SPARROW VOLUNTEERS: CO. E, 4th REGIMENT, PERSIFOR F. SMITHS BRIGADE OF LOUISIANA VOLUNTEERS, MAY 1846. The etching is still mostly legible and visible, but is a little light and worn due to the sword being inserted and withdrawn from the scabbard over many years. Horstmann & Co., New York after the Model 1834 US Revenue Cutter/Marine sword. Good grip. 32 in unsharpened, polished blade, has a few minor scratches, and two imprints towards the top middle of blade, marked with "James MFCo. / (1186-04). WebAmerican Swords, revolutionary period swords, Federal Period Swords, Civil War Swords, Mexican War swords, civil war sabers, sabers, swords. The 30-inch blade is etched with MA. MODEL 1841 NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD IDENTIFIED TO SIMON BACKUS BISSELL, BRITISH 1796 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER MADE FOR THE AMERICAN MARKET, CIVIL WAR EAGLE POMMEL PRESENTATION SWORD BY PATIENTS AT MOWER GENERAL HOSPITAL TO DR. J.A.C. Etched on both sides with American (172-5869). The scabbard is solid and complete and free of any dents or damage and shows no abuse. LearnMore, This imported Civil War sword is an example of an original Model 1821 foot officers sword manufactured in France. The plain, unembellished, brass-hilted sword is complete with two broken portions (172-4189). Gordon / United (870-60). 1840 SOUTH CAROLINA MILITIA OFFICERS SWORD BY HORSTMANN, GERMAN WORLD WAR TWO OFFICERS SWORD OF THE PATTERN ADOPTED BY THE PRINZ EUGEN DIVISION OF THE WAFFEN-SS, BEAUTIFUL PRESENTATION 1850 STAFF AND FIELD SWORD OF LT. CHARLES E. TUCKER 71st PA - BAKERS CALIFORNIA REGIMENT- WOUNDED AT ANTIETAM, US MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES IDD TO 10TH MICHIGAN CAVALRY PRIVATE, SWORD OF CAPTAIN MAYO-DYER, HERO OF MOBILE BAY, AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, DATED 1864, 1788 PATTERN BRITISH HEAVY CAVALRY TROOPERS SWORD, US FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD CAPTURED BY A CONFEDERATE, VERY ELEGANT AND VERY UNUSUAL BIRDS HEAD POMMEL U.S. This is a simply fantastic example of a Civil War era US M-1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword, manufactured by the famous N.P. Blade has light patina while guard and knucklebow is heavier U.S. MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER - C52297, WKC NAVY RECRUIT GRADUATION CUTLASS - C45849, U.S. All things considered equal, these swords will almost certainly LearnMore, At top center is a large, full color, spread winged eagle sitting on a reddish brown fascine at the center of a sunburst and gold stars. Blade is (870-20). LearnMore, 1858 was the first year Ames dated his new pattern cavalry sabers that collectors still refer to as the Model 1860, though he was in talks with U.S. We buy, sell, authenticate and appraise Confederate and Union Civil War Swords and Sabers and always maintain a large selection of Antique Swords for Sale. 29.75 inches long x 0.75 of an inch wide at the ricasso. This follows the regulation pattern, but in (766-1721). 1850, Maker: Ames Mfg. LearnMore, This pattern of Confederate naval cutlass with cylindrical, grooved grip, wasp-waisted blade, and flat S-curved guard, was first thought to have a Virginia origin. During the early 1800s the family business grew, repairing and manufacturing a wide variety of metal work. Co.
Year: Civil War
Model: M1860
Size: 35 inch blade
Condition: Excellent+
This regulation M1860 Cavalry Officer has the decorated guard with the eagle, (870-122). AN UNUSUAL MODEL 1852 NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD BY SAUERBIER. The steel blade is 31.25 inches long with a 16.50 inch narrow fuller and a 24.50 inch long stopped fuller. LearnMore, Model 1852 Naval Officer dated 1861 by Brown, Boston Mass. LearnMore, Well used but complete Model 1840 cavalry saber stamped at top of the knuckle bow with LIEUT. By Buyerpurchasing any item from Seller (me), Buyer is certifyingthat they are at least18 years of age (or older); AND is acknowledgingthat Buyer understands thatswords were made as weapons, whichshould be handled with due diligence, care, and responsibly and that Buyershall, without exception, indemnify, defend,and hold harmless Seller, its Successors or Assignees against any and all suits, claims, causes of action, demands or damages that arise from, or to, any person, Agent, Broker, or Agency that may arisefrom any injury, death, or other claimassociatedwithBuyer's purchase. LearnMore, This sword measures approximately 34 long from point to pommel. LearnMore, Manufactured: Solingen
Maker: Wyersberg
Year: 1840-1850
Model: M 1840 General Officer Sword
Size: 33.25
Condition: VF
This sword is designated a general officer sword by the engraved brass (870-352). Year: C1863
Model: M1850 Foot Officer
Size: 32.1 inch blade
Import style foot officer retailed by and etched on the (870-364). Specializing in higher quality workmanship, their blades show up with many (870-655). LearnMore, Among the new standardized sword patterns adopted by the U.S. Army between 1832 and 1834 was a short sword was modeled on the French 1816 pattern for artillerymen on foot. LearnMore, Confederate artillery short swords are collecting category of their own. Total production was just 6,100 and most survivors lack the condition of this saber, (789-08). These swords and other items are available for now. approx. The huge broad blade is polished bright. The drawn sword meas. LearnMore, Starr contracted for 2,000 of these cutlasses 21 August 1826 and delivered them by June 1827, when they were inspected by Elisha Tobey. LearnMore, This group consists of several uniform pieces and an import Model 1860 officers cavalry saber, all in excellent condition and identified to Lieutenant Colonel A. W. Preston of the famous 1st (1179-294). LearnMore, Classic Civil War cavalry saber made by Ames Manufacturing Company. Sword is in overall good condition. UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS USED MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD BY AMES MFG. Blade is semi-bright with a few very minor edge nicks. Excellent, World Wars - Military (Other than edged weapons), Ames US M-1850 Staff & Field Officers' Sword - Excellent, Exceptional National Armory Brown Springfield Model 1822 (1816 Type II) Flintlock Musket, Extremely Scarce and Fine Suhl 1861 Springfield Rifle Musket by Christian Funk, Rare Percussion Sharps Carbine and Rifle Combination Tool. Ames Sword for sale LearnMore, The drawn sword meas. LearnMore, Measuring 42 inches overall, with a 35 blade that is 1 inches wide at the guard, this sword has a leather wrapped grip bound with two twisted strands of wire. C. RODEN.
Charles Ernst Von Roden was born in the Hanover region of Lower Saxony in Germany in April (22-23). WebOnly $150k! Brass knuckle guard very good grips, United States Navy recruit graduation leader dress cutlass used in parades. Nickle plated for parade use. Tags: Ames delivered 24 in October of 1851, 48 in November of 1851 and the balance of 78 in January of 1852. The cast and brass hilt is loaded with original gilt and the blade remains in very (1047-21). Although the new sword regulations were not official until 1851, the sword that would be known as the M-1850 Staff & Field Officers sword was clearly codified and established on paper during that year, and the very first official government contracts were let to Ames for 150 of the new pattern swords on April 10, 1850. Blade is semi-bright with a few very minor edge nicks. LearnMore, Maker: N.P. On (870-635). These swords and other items are available for now. LearnMore, This is very nice example of an American War of 1812 sergeants sword. The blade is double edged and meas. Orem Homes for Sale $469,839. JOHN CRAIG, USA BY EMPLOYEES OF SCHUYLKILL ARSENAL 1868, MINT AMES US NAVY MODEL 1852 OFFICERS SWORD AND SCABBARD, MODEL 1872 UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS OFFICERS MAMALUKE SWORD, MODEL 1840 PATTERN UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS NCO SWORD BY RIDABOCK & CO. WITH SCABBARD, PAINTED ESCUTCHEON AND MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICERS SWORD IDD TO MAJOR WILLIAM LAMBERT OF THE 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY & THE 27TH & 33rd NEW JERSEY, MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER AND PORTRAIT IDD TO 1ST LT. ANTHONY A. TAYLOR, 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT, CONFEDERATE SHORT SWORD MADE BY BOYLE, GAMBLE AND MCFEE OF RICHMOND, ORIGINAL, BRASS-MOUNTED PRESENTATION-GRADE KNIGHTSHEAD MILITIA OFFICER'S SWORD AND SCABBARD. LearnMore, Manufactured: Springfield, Mass. Guilded brass basket style guard and pommel with a rayskin covered grip. It was imported by Horstmann who then (870-333). In 1975. The original gold gilt scabbard mounts are all in place and in wonderful condition. Additional shipping and insurance charges will apply to international purchases. The sword was made by Ball, (870-138). LearnMore, This steel-hilted saber is modeled on the British 1796 light cavalry saber and the style was very popular in American mounted units from before the War of 1812 right into the 1840s. LearnMore, Manufactured: England Maker: Unmarked Year: C1820-25 Model: Mamaluke
Size: 35.8 inch blade, 1.21 wide Condition: Excellent+
Tri-color blade - blue, gold and "white" of flat design. MARKED AMES CHICOPPEE, MASS. The hilt is iron, with a long, (490-3554). Sword is in overall good condition. For the sword and U.S. Navy collector they dont get much nicer than this. It has a metal scabbard instead of the normally seen (870-32). LearnMore, Manufactured: Unknown Maker: Unknown Year: 1820-1830 Model: Naval Surgeon Sword
Size: 25.75 Condition: VG
Great early naval surgeon sword. Guard has high grade casting on knucklebow, pommel (870-11). This sword is in mint condition with a bright frosty blade. The scabbard retains about 80% original blue with some thinning and fading, which is mixing with a smooth plum brown patina. The reverse of the scabbard throat mount is also stamped: AMES MFG. The firm had a (172-5797). This original English pattern 1853 cavalry saber and matching metal scabbard are an unmarked specimen. Covering (870-613). Blade is etched with oak leaves, acorns and flags around an LearnMore, Original Civil War Model 1850 Field & Staff officers sword in nice condition complete with its metal scabbard. This would later be reversed and today the Marines still (870-52). US NAVY Ames M1870 Remington Navy Rifle sword bayonet in excellent condition; intact original scabbard $ 799.97 $ 719.97 Original USA 1870 Ames USN sword bayonet made by Ames Manufacturing Company, intact orig scabbard included, only 10K made. Ames is probably the most desirable maker amongst American sword collectors. The original buff leather throat washer is also in place forward of the hilt, at the rear of the ricasso. 29.75 inches long from pommel to point. approx. (2022-765). Starr contracted for 2,000 of these swords in January 1813 and delivered them in small lots from June 1813 through March 1815. (597-12). LearnMore, Manufactured: W. Chelmsford, Mass. Maker: C. Roby & Co. Year: Civil War Model: M1852 Navy Officer Size: 28.75 inch blade
Roby Naval officer swords are certainly not common. which was formerly Grant Post #4 by Mayo Dyer Hersey (August 30, 1886 September 5, 1978) an American engineer, (88-167). He (870-59). LearnMore, The inscription on the throat of this very fine Model1850 Foot Officer's sword reads: Captured at Battle of Winchester from 1st Lieutenant 5th Rhode Island Battery by John C. Carroll 1st Maryland (88-158). Ames Company of Chicopee, MA. LearnMore, Foreign import, with Prussian term Eisenhauer [iron proof] embossed in cursive script above the obverse ricasso. LearnMore, This Model 1860 Staff sword is a post-war piece in fine condition overall. Sword, This example of a privately purchased US M-1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword is in about EXCELLENT condition. Ornate brass handle is a mellow mustard. CIRCA 1850 MILITIA OFFICERS SWORD BY HORSTMANN & SONS, PHILA. WebAmerican Lodge Ceremonial Sword IOOF Ames Sword . LearnMore, Simon Backus Bissell was born in Fairlee, Vt., on October 28, 1808. The obverse shows foliate splays above the ricasso, followed by a panoply of arms, surmounted by the US Eagle, over which the words E. Pluribus Unum are etched in a foliate banner. LearnMore, This attractive, non-regulation Foot officers sword has slightly curved blade. LearnMore, This sword was presented to Captain Abram H. Krom by the men of Company G, 5th New York Cavalry on or about May 19, 1863. The sword retains its original blued steel scabbard, which is in equally fine condition. LearnMore, The bright, slightly curved blade has a surface that shows only very minor amounts of mottling and no pitting. THE ALL METAL SCABBARD IS IN LIKEWISE GOOD CONDITION. I only sell items so that I can buy other ones. INSPECTORS INITIALS. Ames Mfg Co Chicopee Mass stamped on upper brass scabbard mount. Chicopee. The sword is a militia foot officers sword with a (159-155). KIRBY AS C.S. WebAtlantaCutlery brings to you a wide collection of American Civil War Swords, Guns and other weapons. LearnMore, This very nice Ames 1860 Staff & Field Officers Sword is a fine example of the Ames version of the pattern. 26in unsharpened blade has several surface scratches and in some places the finish is starting to peel. Sword is in overall good 35.00 inches long with a stopped wide fuller that meas. H. Moore / U.S.N. Planned and built in 1862, it opened in early 1863 and could hold 3600 patients. Wm. LearnMore, This massive iron-mounted saber is surely a one-of-a-kind early example dating from the Mexican War era. LearnMore, Very rare Ames with gold washed, quillback, Damascus blade from Solingen. LearnMore, The 1832 short sword had been specified for infantry sergeants and musicians as well as enlisted men of foot artillery. Fair to Good condition overall.. With M1872 officers scabbard. WebSale! Items may be removed (or others added), at any time. This elegant smallsword pattern (variously called by collectors the 1832 or 1834 pattern) was designated for officers of (870-325). It has a stopped fuller that (1083-06). Ames company of Massachusetts.The sword was based upon the French Modele 1816 Glaive dArtillerie Pied (Model 1816 Sword for Foot Artillery), and was a collaboration between Ames, who supplied the blades and assembled the swords, Samuel Huse who Brown Year: 1861 Model: M1852 Navy Officer Size: 28.9 inch (870-27). These swords Maker: N.P. Schuyler, Hartley and Graham assembled and sold a wide variety of swords that were often highly (870-653). Jas. I LearnMore, Maker: Unmarked; probably N.P. Scabbard has been painted black with painted white ends. In general, Staff & Field Officers swords were authorized for officers above the rank of captain, or those of the rank of captain and below, if serving on a General Officers staff. Ricasso is strongly stamped with (1047-139). They also lack the period to the right of the S that typifies the later blade etching. The blade is wonderful, it is bright and clean with only very minor scattered mottling. Blade Length: 34
Blade Etchings: Only a small amount of the light leaf design remains. This is a (2022-718). Draper Homes for Sale $761,542. LearnMore, This regulation US Model 1850 Staff and Field Officers Sword is in superb condition and bears a great inscription on the upper ring mount reading: Presented to / Lt. Chas. It is my hope that people gain an appreciation for the craftsmanship and history associated with the men that bore these swords and arms in their cause. approx. Under the regulations, the Foot Officers sword was to be carried in a leather scabbard with gilded brass mounts, while the Staff & Field Officers sword was carried in a browned metal (later blued metal) scabbard, also with gilded brass mounts. In fact, only 379 M-1850 Staff & Field Officers swords were purchased from Ames by the US Ordnance Department from the adoption of the pattern through the end of the American Civil War. It measures 37.5 overall with a 31.5 blade. LearnMore, This sword is patterned after the Ames manufactured 1859 Marine musician's sword but this post-war specimen was made by Horstmann of Philadelphia. At the beginning (870-63). LearnMore, This 1860 Staff sword bears the keystone blade stamp of Emerson and Silver at the base of the blade on one side and the etched retailers address on the other side: EVANS / & / HASSALL / (870-404). 2014-2022. Although we now know production of the new pattern cavalry saber intended to replace the heavy Model 1840 started in 1857, most still refer to them as the Model 1860. Unmarked. LearnMore, Manufactured: Chicopee, Mass. It has a main fuller running nearly the entire length with a secondary fuller approx. Brass guard (870-147). LearnMore, This is better quality example of the sword authorized for staff in 1860, but which shows up photographs carried by some Civil War generals as well. LearnMore, The drawn saber meas. The open work filigree is crisp and well executed, and the hilt retains the large majority of its original gold gilt finish. The firm entered the military history books in 1832, when they received their first US government contract to produce swords, the US M-1832 Heavy (Foot) Artillery Sword. It was made by the Ames Company and was used as a general issue sword for Union troops. LearnMore, This beautiful and historic sword was presented to Brevet Captain B.F. Harley by his fellow citizens of Philadelphia upon his return from service in Mexico and bears the citys coat of arms on (870-448). LearnMore, This is better quality example of the sword authorized for staff in 1860, but which shows up photographs carried by some Civil War generals as well. On the scabbard mount of this Civil War edged weapon is a (490-06). Buyer assumes all responsibility for checking import restrictions on items purchased. LearnMore, A rare pre-war pattern of the 1852 naval officer's sword. These were all what collectors call Type I Ames M-1850 Staff & Field Officers swords. Over-all length 34" and 28. Bright ding-free blade measuring 33.25 in length. The sword is etched in three script lines on the obverse blade, just forward of the ricasso: Ames Mfg Co / Chicopee / Mass. LearnMore, This style Eagle hilt was described by the Navy in 1830 and became the pattern for the regulation Model 1841. 31.00 inches long from pommel to point. LearnMore, Manufactured: Philadelphia Maker: Horstmann Year: not dated Model: 1840 NCO Size: 31.5 inches
Early wide blade NCO sword by Horstmann of Philadelphia. Horstmann NCO swords are distinct as (870-88). LearnMore, Tiffany & Company is acknowledged as the finest producer of presentation swords in the 1860s and this is good example of their work, showing detailed craftsmanship and refined taste. Manufactured: Philadelphia, (870-208). Blade (1000-823). All things considered equal, these swords will almost certainly command a premium above their counterparts. These are nearly too small to see, but are mentioned for exactness. Parkhurst, the troops 1st Lieutenant (Chelmsford Historical (870-156). It measures 37.5 overall with a 31.5 blade. LearnMore, Manufactured: U.S. Maker: Unmarked Year: C1820-25 Model: Mamaluke Size: 29.25 inch blade 1.30 in. The blade is LearnMore, This exceptional, silvered Model 1850 staff and field officers presentation sword was given to a twice-wounded captain of the Anderson Zouaves by the men of his company. The blade meas. He set up his own business as a retailer in New York City in September 1862. /from his friend / Richd. LearnMore, This sword is patterned after the Ames manufactured 1859 Marine musician's sword but this post-war specimen was made by Horstmann of Philadelphia. Blade is very nice with smooth semi-bright (344-2514). Colonel William Henry Jr. was at every major Civil War Battle including Gettysberg and the surrender of General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Court House. This one shares enough characteristics with those of Boyle and Gamble to suggest a Richmond connection, but is possibly by (870-484). LearnMore, The inscription on the throat of this very fine Model1850 Foot Officer's sword reads: Captured at Battle of Winchester from 1st Lieutenant 5th Rhode Island Battery by John C. Carroll 1st Maryland (88-158). WebProvo Homes for Sale $446,892. Although the blade retains the large majority of its original polish and frosting, it does show some very lightly scattered age freckling and minor oxidized discoloration from handling over the years. 41.00 inches from point to pommel. There are only two forces in the world, the sword and the spirit. 38.50 inches from point to pommel. LearnMore, This is a unique opportunity to acquire a one-of-a-kind U.S. cavalry officers saber. LearnMore, This is a nice example of a U.S. militia officers sword of the 1840s, pushing toward 1850 with its use of sharkskin grip. approx. Bright blade has scattered spotting and pitting. LearnMore, This massive iron-mounted saber is surely a one-of-a-kind early example dating from the Mexican War era. LearnMore, Manufactured: France
Maker: Klingenthal / E. Lyon
Year: CW Period
Model: M 1851 General Officer Sword
Size: 31.00
Condition: VG
M 1851 General Officer Sword. These swords and other items are available for now. approx. LearnMore, James P. Fitch got his start in the military goods business with Schuyler, Hartley and Graham. 2014-2022. There is muchalready written about theThe Ames Sword Company (herein referred to as "Ames"). This sword is etched with a US that is in between the two styles. It shows some non-regulation elements that are not uncommon on militia swords, but generally follows the lines of the 1840 (870-345). During the moving period, there was a cross over between the stamped address. Reference books refer to this sword in the following terms Although generally considered to be an Army pattern, this sword was (160-66). 34-inch blade is slightly curved. 35.00 inches with a central fuller that is 26.50 inches long. This blade (870-07). approx. Spanish Fork Homes for Sale $485,009. 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