ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
INFANTRY OFFICER SABER CIRCA 1800. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 4-1800-C |
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Name | Saber |
Period | Late 18th century / Early 19th century |
Guard | Made of gilded brass, chiseled stirrup guard, complete quillon, pommel in the shape of a helmet with plume, grip made of ebony wood, lower ferrule and chiseled knuckle guard. |
Blade | Straight, wide, with two edges and a slight central hollow, without visible inscription. |
Sheath | Black leather, with brass throat and tip. |
Inscription | No visible inscription |
Total Length | 930 mm |
Blade Length | 775 mm |
Blade Width | 35 mm |
Description | Excellent piece of infantry officer with characteristics that give it a Gallic air, ideal for a foot officer. |