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Civil War Cavalry Sword Saber And ScabbardFor auction is an original model 1840 heavy cavalry saber and scabbard! On nov-23-08 at 211215 pst, seller added the following informationthis is a great sword manufactured by the ames mfg co of cabotville, mass. Ames was the premier maker of edged weapons both prior to and during the war bteween the states. Thsi saber was 11 years old when the american civil war broke out. It would surely have been called back itno action by whichever side had it in its arsenal as both sides scrambled to arm there rapidly expanding armies! This saber is ni overall good condition. The guard is in great unbent condition. It has a great mellow deep mustard patina. The pommel is double inspector marked jwc adn adk. The sword appears never to have been apart. The blade is full length, unbent, and unsharpened. The ricasso is marked us / adk on one side and ames mfg co / cabotville / 1850 on the other.
The tip is in great condition as well. The grip on the saber is in fiar condition. It has a very black appearance, but does not retain its full leather wrap.
There is full wire wrap present, and teh sword displays like a million bucks. See photos. The scabbard si complete with both rings and the throat present. It has a dark chocolate patina, with a roguh texture. This is a great opportunity to own a civil war sword that could have been used by the union or confederate army during the american civil war! Don't let this one get away! $ 1 to start and no reserve!
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