Infantry Small Sword 1901: Elegance And Military Tradition

ESPADÍN. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	4-1901-B
Name	Official Infantry Espadín Model 1901
Hilt	Overgilded brass, in a classic design of a simple cross formed by two horizontal quillons, beautifully chiselled. Three-lobed rounded pommel with the monogram of Alfonso XIII and military trophies. Turned ebony grip with spiral shaping, wired with copper thread. Wide lower ferrule decorated with horizontal grooves.
Blade	Straight, with a small ricasso and the rest double-edged with three facets.
Scabbard	Black leather with gilt brass chape and throat. On the suspension button, the Arms of Spain.
Inscription	ARTA FABA DE TOLEDO 1901
Description	Espadín model for infantry chiefs, officers, and cadets according to the regulations of the Royal Circular Order of September 14, 1901. “Having recognized the need to adopt an espadín for infantry chiefs and officers to replace the regulation sabre in certain events where it is not essential, thus providing great advantages to the officers.” The swordsmith N. Martín sought to combine three things: lightness, similarity to Isabeline espadíns, and moderate price. He achieved all three.
Overall Length	845 mm
Blade Length	710 mm
Blade Width	14 mm

Infantry Small Sword 1901: Elegance and Military Tradition