US Model 1860 Heavy Cavalry Saber by Ames
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United States regulation Civil War-Vintage Heavy Cavalry Trooper's Saber by the premire sword maker of the era, Ames Mfg. Co. of Chicopee Ma. this features a heavy curved 39 inch long bright blade with a broad fullers. Original black leather grip with double twist brass wire wrap, brass pommel and two-branch half basket guard with leather buffer pad. The undented, blued steel scabbard has age patina, two suspension rings, top mount and drag. Obverse blade stamped with "U.S. J.F. 1865." The M1840 was known as "Old Wristbreaker" because of its' size and weight. The top of the guard has been bent over to afford a better grip, This was a common “field modification “ to the swords. It was ultimately superceded by the M1860 Light Cavalry Saber.
| Rating: | Exc+ |
| Item Number: | SW-25491 |
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