Rare Colonial Civil Guard Saber: History And Design

SABER. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	4-1896-F
Name	SABER
Era	circa 1896
Design	Robert
Hilt	Iron, with full knuckleguard, wide, without edges and with a small quillon. Initials “G C”. Ergonomic grip with checkered wood.
Blade	Slightly curved, with a ricasso and continuous edge. Narrow flat sides on the outside and flat back on the inside.
Overall Length	939 mm
Blade Length	774 mm
Blade Width	22 mm
Scabbard	Iron, nickel-plated, with chape, band, and ring.
Inscription	FABRICA DE TOLEDO, Armas de España
Description	Saber used in the colonies by the Colonial Guard of the Civil Guard. Hard to find.
Collection	Rafael Jordá

Rare Colonial Civil Guard Saber: History and Design