ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
LIGHT CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER MODEL 1840. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 4-1840-J |
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Name | Light Cavalry Officer’s Saber Model 1840 |
Guard | Brass, full cup guard, symmetrical and pierced with floral motifs, long knuckle bow, grip covered with sandpaper. |
Blade | Curved, spine rounded on the inside, narrow flat bevel edge, channels of uneven length. |
Scabbard | Iron, with throat fitting, two rings and asymmetric drag. |
Inscription | Toledo Factory Year 1845. Saber model of 1840 by Royal Order of April 28, 1840. |
Overall Length | 1040 mm |
Blade Length | 880 mm |
Blade Width | 025 mm |
Prices |
Pierced brass guards: 25.42 ptas. Saber blades: 8.32 ptas. Iron scabbards: 8.55 ptas. |
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