ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
SABER Ref. 4-1822-A Sergeant of Grenadiers and Infantry Hunters model 1822. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
| Reference | 4-1822-A |
|---|---|
| Name | Grenadiers and Infantry Hunters Saber model 1822 |
| Hilt | Completely made of brass without gilding, grip with simulated bands, continuous knuckle bow, semicircular guard with S-shaped quillons. |
| Blade | Curved, with pronounced fuller grooves and single-edged except on the ricasso, which is double-edged. |
| Scabbard | Made of leather and brass fittings, with mouthpiece and chape. |
| Inscription on the grip | Approved by H.M. in 1822 |
| Inscription on the spine | National Factory of Toledo Year 1822 |
| Inscription on the fuller | Approved by H.M. in 1822 for Sergeant Grenadiers and Infantry Hunters |
| Historical description | Approved in 1822, it never reached the Sergeants due to the king’s abolition in 1823. |
| Official difference | Distinguished by gilding, larger size, and finishing details. |
| Overall Length | 835 mm |
| Blade Length | 690 mm |
| Blade Width | 30 mm |
| Museum Inventory | ARMY MUSEUM inventory no. 1676 |
| Photography | Photographs by Esperanza Montero |
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