ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
OFFICIAL MILITARY HEALTHCARE SABEL MODEL 1886. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 4-1886-A |
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Model | Official Military Healthcare Saber Model 1886 |
Hilt | Golden brass with symmetrical cup and latticework. Olive branches as emblem. Ring with the Spanish Coat of Arms. Ivory grip, grooved and wired. Quillon in dog’s head shape, finished with a lion’s head. |
Blade | Slightly curved, decorated, with rounded backs and grooves. Sharp edge and counter-edge on the flat. |
Scabbard | Iron, nickel-plated, with suspension ring and corresponding band. |
Inscription | FABRICA Ð TOLEDO AÑO DE 1890 |
Regulation | Approved by Royal Order of December 14, 1886, includes detailed drawings. |
Overall Length | 875 mm |
Blade Length | 746 mm |
Blade Width | 21.624 mm |
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