ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
OFFICIAL MOUNTING SWORD OF LINE CAVALRY CIRCA 1812. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 4-1812-A |
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Name | Mounting Sword |
Era | Circa 1812 |
Guard | Made of brass, guard ring, two quillons, guides for the elliptical scabbard, knuckle bow, long tail cap, flat pommel, and wooden grip covered with leather. |
Blade | Straight with a short projection, continuous exterior edge, square interior back, channel in two thirds, and false edge at the tip. |
Scabbard | Leather with brass fittings, throat, band with rings, and tip. |
Inscription | Fabrica de Cádiz 1812 |
Description | Combines French-style guard with “antique” blade of Hispano sword. |
Total Length | 1040 mm |
Blade Length | 910 mm |
Blade Width | 30 mm |
Photography | Lluc Sala |
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