ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
MACHETE. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 5-1891-D |
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Name | Infantry Officer’s Machete |
Era | Cuba, 1896 |
Hilt | Compact and well-designed in brass, pommel with lion’s head, crossguard with quillons, bottom ferrule with walnut grips |
Blade | Straight, flat, wide, with a strong sharp edge on the outer side, tip aligned with the spine, manufactured in Toledo |
Overall Length | 775 mm |
Blade Length | 630 mm |
Blade Width | 30 mm |
Description | Manufactured in Toledo in 1896, exclusive use by officers, small number of units produced |
Inscription | ARTILLERY TOLEDO FACTORY 1896 |
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