Infantry Machete 1861: A Unique Historical Treasure

MAJOR DRUM INFANTRY MACHETE MODEL 1861. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	5-1861-B
Name	Major Drum Infantry Machete model 1861
Hilt	Solid construction in gilt brass and chiseled. Body with perpendicular structures, vertical Isabeline pommel and horizontal crossguard with quillons-shield bearing the cipher “Y2”. Front side with a simple diamond shape.
Blade	Straight, with a ricasso and three flat sections with two edges up to the point.
Scabbard	Leather with gilt brass throat and chape.
Inscription	None
Description	Machete for Major Drum of the Infantry Arm according to the Uniform Code of the Royal Order of February 28, 1861. According to this regulation, the pommel should bear the regimental cipher, but none of those seen show it.
Total Length	767 mm
Blade Length	622 mm
Blade Width	25 mm