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Swords Used by the Cavalry Branch of Service
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Scarce Original "C. Hammond" Made Cavalry Saber in Scabbard
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This is a scarce version of Civil War cavalry saber! This is the elusive model 1840 "Wristbreaker" cavalry saber made by Charles Hammond of Philadelphia. For years these were thought to have been made for the Confederacy but we now know that they were made in Philadelphia and were likely made to fill state or private militia contracts. This one is just beautiful. It has the full-length 36 inch blade. The blade has the gray surface to both sides and it displays quite well. At the base of the front side of the blade it has the faint traces of the "C. HAMMOND" maker mark. In Thillmann's book he states that these were made in Philadelphia and Hammond was listed as a hatchet maker. The guard and pommel are both very attractive on this one. They have a great darker tone to the brass that display beautifully. The original handle has the wooden core intact with the majority of the original black leather and the entire double twist brass wire wrapping intact. The sword is accompanied by the original all metal scabbard that displays well. The scabbard has both of the mounts and rings as well as the original throat and drag. This is a fine piece all the way around. These are tough to find and this one looks fine!
Item #: C2626 Shipping Weight:
14 lbs
Your Price:$895.00 USD
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