Swords
	A FINE WAR OF 1812 PERIOD AMERICAN HORSEMAN'S/CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER, ca. 1810: In overall fine+ untouched condition with a curved, 30 1/2", steel "back-type" blade, a single cutting edge, a deep fuller for 2/3 its length, a sharp point and a squared ricasso – marked at its base with a “G_” marking (possibly the “GF” inspector’s mark of George Flegel, who was a US Arms Inspector 1812-1819 {please see H. L. Petereson’s: “The American Sword 1775-1945”, pg. 245-246}. Extensively adorned with deep Blue & Gilt depictions of scrolls, American Heraldic Eagles and Stands of Arms. The decoration of classic Federal Period design with a rich contrast and sharp lettering and patriotic etchings. In fine+ untouched condition with 75%+ polish and only some scattered light patches of discoloration. "D" Guard type hilt with a single, iron knuckle-bow, a rear slot for reigns/tassel and an integral quillon with a curved finial. The pommel and grip-strap with matching surfaces, its original blade-tang "peen" and the sides of the cross-guard with integrally forged lozenge shaped langets (one missing). Original black leather covered grip with its iron ferrule, smooth surfaces and its braided silver grip-wire: In matching fine+ condition with some light signs of use/wear and minor age-stains. Overall fine+ condition example of an American War of 1812 Period Officer’s Saber with a finely etched Blue & Gilt Blade, ca. 1810. Of classic early American form with an etched Heraldic Eagle bearing an “E. Pluribus Unum” inscribed banner. Fine+ blade with 95% Blue & Gilt finish, smooth “bright” steel surfaces, some light scattered discoloration and its original cutting edge. Complete with its original bright steel scabbard with its two suspension rings and an integral drag. Retains smooth steel surfaces with some scattered minor abrasions, light staining and signs of wear/handling. Also retains, its leather suspension-hanger for attachment to a Sword-Belt. A very nice example of a Classic War of 1812 Period, American, D-Guard, Officer’s Saber, ca. 1810. Overall length, 35". Price: $2,000.00
	A FINE UNTOUCHED US MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SWORD, dtd. 1864: Regulation length, saber-form, double fullered blade with slightly curved edge. Marked at the base with a "Mansfield & Lamb & Co." maker's marking, a US inspector's mark and with an 1864 date. Brass hilt with triple-bar hand guard and a very fine untouched mustard patina. Original iron scabbard with two suspension rings and an integral flared drag. In overall fine untouched condition. The blade retains its original edge and has smooth and lightly toned surfaces. The cast brass hilt with an untouched mustard-toned patina overall. Brown leather covered grip with fine supple surfaces (minor crazing) and its original braided brass grip-wire. Fine scabbard with matching, choice, smooth, steel surfaces and a small dent from use. A very nice example of this distinctive Civil War Cavalry Saber, made by the noted Civil War Contractor Mansfield & Lamb, of Forestdale, RI, who in Aug. 1861 were provided a Govt. contract for 10,000 Cavalry Sabers. (please see R. Gardner's: "Small Arms Makers", pg. 223. Price: $1,425.00
	A VERY FINE UNTOUCHED US MODEL 1860 CIVIL WAR PERIOD CAVALRY SWORD, ca. 1860s: Regulation length, 34 ½”, saber-form, double fullered blade with slightly curved edge. Unmarked at the base with smooth steel gray surfaces, its original leather spacer and choice contours. Pattern type Brass hilt with triple-bar hand guard and a very fine untouched mustard patina. Original iron scabbard with two tinned suspension rings and an integral flared and tined drag. In overall very fine untouched condition. The blade retains its original edges and has smooth lightly toned surfaces with 85%+ polish. The cast brass hilt with an untouched mustard-toned patina overall. Dark leather covered grip with fine supple surfaces (minor abrasions) and its original braided brass grip-wire. Fine scabbard with matching, choice, smooth, steel surfaces. A very fine example of this distinctive Civil War Cavalry Saber, ca. 1860s. Price: $725.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PERIOD SPANISH MDL. 1893 MAUSER BAYONET & SCABBARD, ca. 1890s: In overall (net) near very good untouched condition with gunmetal gray steel surfaces and a generally smooth age patina. The base of the blade with effaced Spanish Arsenal marking (indicates Post War commercial private Spanish Govt. resale) and a very good cutting edge and tip: some expected patches of discoloration and fine scattered light pitting. Retains its original leather scabbard with full iron mounts. The scabbard in good untouched condition with generally supple leather surfaces with some crazing, staining and wear. The stitching is fray/undone and the iron mounts with surface oxidation. Overall a nice example of a Spanish American War Period Model 1893 Mauser Bayonet, ca. 1890s. For an example, please see Frederick J. Stephen’s: “The Collector’s Pictorial Book of Bayonets”, pg. 66. Price: $125.00
A SCARCE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR PERIOD WINCHESTER-LEE MODEL 1895 BAYONET & SCABBARD (CONVERTED TO FIGHTING KNIFE), ca. 1900: In overall very good+ condition (as configured). The single edge unmarked steel blade with a working period sharpened cutting edge and a fine steel-gray age patina with untouched smooth surfaces. Regulation pattern cross-guard with reduced/removed quillons and complete with its wooden grip with crosshatch pattern hand-carved checkering. Complete with its original leather and steel scabbard with very good leather surfaces with the expected oxidation and patina. The scabbard reduced at the time of the bayonet’s working-period conversion to a fighting knife. Overall a scarce example of a Spanish American War Field Altered Bayonet/Fighting Knife, ca. 1900. In very good+ untouched condition with sharp contours, a fine cutting edge and choice steel-gray surfaces. For a similar of this pattern, please see Frederick J. Stephen’s: “The Collector’s Pictorial Book of Bayonets”, pg. 69.. Price: $475.00
A VERY GOOD & RARE COLONIAL PERIOD ENGLISH SWORD-PISTOL, ca. 1730: In overall very good+ condition with smooth, lightly toned iron surfaces. The 21", single edge, saw-back blade with a deep fuller, for its length, smooth steel-gray surfaces, scattered light to moderate pitting, patches of discoloration, 55%+ polish and its original cutting edges. Chiseled hilt with an openwork scallop shell guard, a turned "D" type knuckle-guard and a deeply fluted pommel, en suite. Straight horn and steel grip with smooth, dark, untouched surfaces and some minor abrasions. In overall very good+ condition and complete with its original, side-mounted, flintlock mechanism. The lock of typical "Queen Ann" design with a bridle-less powder-pan, a gooseneck and a trefoil finial frizzen spring. In mechanically functional order with its curled trigger and matching steel surfaces. Cannon type, 3 1/2", smoothbore, .45 caliber, turnoff barrel: the patina, en suite with the blade and hilt. The top of the breech with two pre-1745 London Gunmaker, Co. proofmarks and a "TG" maker's mark for Thomas Gregory I of London, UK. Gregory was elected a "Master" in 1729 and he contracted with the East India Co. 1717-32. (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London", pg. 104. In very good+ original flintlock condition and classic example of an authentic English Flintlock Sword Pistol with a rare Saw-back blade, c. 1730. Very good blade with smooth surfaces, sharp edges and light scattered discoloration and pitting. Overall length, 27 1/2". Complete and original throughout, with visible maker's/proof marks and the expected signs of use and wear. For similar examples please see Claude Blair's: "Pistols of the World", plt. 726 & 727. Price: SOLD
AN EARLY & RARE 18th CENTURY SCOTTISH BASKET-HILT {STIRLING-HILT} BROADSWORD, ca. 1725: In overall very good+ condition. The 29 1/2" x 1 3/8" wide, broadsword blade with a shallow fuller at the base and its original double "cutting" edges. Stirling-type, narrow-bar-type, basket-type hilt formed of forge-welded bars (one with a very minor working-life repair) incorporating finely pierced and decorative panels with thistle and heart motifs: of classic Scottish design. Plain lobed pommel with its original "tang peen". The grip-section with its original copper-wire wrapped grip, a fine smooth patina and all of its wire wrapping. In overall very good+ condition. The Scottish-made blade with generally smooth surfaces, scattered discoloration/staining and patches of surface-pitting. Marked, on both sides, with an "IC"? maker's mark and one side, with an engraved "Running Wolf of Passau" marking. The hilt, en suite with patches of discoloration, generally smooth surfaces and some pitting/roughness. Very fine grip with choice surfaces and all of its wire. A very nice example of an original early 18th century Scottish Basket-hilt Broadsword with a well-made Scottish blade and (Stirling-type) hilt, ca. 1725. For a similar example, please see G. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", pg. 344 (fig. 122.SS). Overall length, 36". Price: SOLD
A VERY GOOD 19th CENTURY CONTINENTAL (FRENCH?) CAVALRY SWORD, ca. 1860: In overall very good condition with a slightly curved, 27 3/4", unmarked, steel "back"-type blade with a single cutting edge and a fuller for its full length: small rectangular ricasso, at its blade's base. In very good+ condition with 55%+ polish and some scattered light patches of discoloration/salt & pepper. Heavy Brass hilt with a triple-bar knuckle-bow and an integral quillon with a curved finial. The back strap and pommel with matching surfaces. Of classic mid 19th century European Cavalry Sword design with a "triple-bar" defense (the outer portion of the hilt appears to be a brazed, working-period addition). In overall very good condition with generally smooth surfaces and some light wear. Overall length, 33". Price: $375.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED EARLY US MODEL 1816 SOCKET BAYONET, ca. 1816: In overall good+ untouched "attic" condition. Regulation length, 15 7/8", triangular blade with fluted bottom fullers, extending the full length. The top of the blade with an early type blood-groove at its tip and a flat base with clear US and "TA" inspector's marks. Retains dark, untouched brown-gray, "attic"surfaces. In overall very good+ untouched condition with sharp contours and clear markings. Very good blade with sharp contours and a fine sharp tip with a deep blood-groove for approx. 1/2 its length. The open-neck socket with its regulation, US Model 1816, "T" shaped lug-cut and matching rust patinated surfaces: the neck with an "X/C/4" inspector's mark. A very nice example of an untouched Early US Model 1816 Musket Bayonet, ca. 1816. Overall length, 19 1/8". For a similar example, please see Robert M. Reilly's: American Socket Bayonets...", pg. 44 & 47 (pl. B51). Price: $375.00
A FINE ENGLISH CIVIL WAR PERIOD BROADSWORD, ca. 1640s: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth age-toned surfaces to the unmarked, 35", double edged broadsword type, fullered blade: minor nick at tip. Retains a smooth, dark, untouched patina with some scattered light discoloration and fine pitting. Finely turned, early basket-type, wrought iron hilt with an open circular cross-guard and an integral knuckle bow and quillon. Bun type pommel with a finely turned finial and capstan. Complete with its original, braided, iron wire-wrapped grip. The grip with a matching lightly oxidized patina and a tight fit. Fine blade with smooth, untouched, gunmetal surfaces and its original cutting edges with some minor nicks and abrasions. An overall fine untouched example of an original English Civil War Period Broadsword, ca. 1640s. Overall length, 41". For similar examples, please C. Blair's "European & American Arms 1150-1850". Price: $4,000.00
A VERY FINE SCANDINAVIAN (DANISH/SWEDISH?) PATTERN 1796 TYPE OFFICER’S SWORD w/ SWORD-KNOT & SCABBARD, ca. 1815: : In overall very fine, untouched condition. Regulation Pattern 1796-type , double edged, straight, 32 3/4", small-sword-type, steel blade with a smooth untouched silver-gray patina. The lower section with a Crown/C Royal Cypher. Retains 90+%+ of its polish with very fine silver- gray surfaces and some isolated patches of light discoloration. Regulation type embossed, Gilt brass/bronze hilt with an integral single-bar knuckle-guard, a rounded cross-guard and a ball-type pommel with turned capstan: the finial replaced . The hilt/guard in overall very fine original condition with untouched gilt surfaces and 95%+ finish. Complete with its original, braided roped grip-wrap. The blade with choice smooth surfaces and sharp cutting edges: only some very light scattered discoloration and age-stains. A very nice example of a Napoleonic War Period Scandinavian Officer’s Sword. Complete with its original, somewhat black leather and brass mounted scabbard (chape missing). Fine original scabbard with generally sound stitches/seams, lightly crazed leather surfaces, various expected abrasions and complete with its sculpted and embossed drag/tip. Also retains its braided, silver, gilt wire and blue silk sword knot . Retains somewhat worn/tattered surfaces and some expected abrasions and signs of use. A nice example of a complete Officer’s Sword from the Napoleonic War Period, ca. 1815 . Overall length, 40 ½”.. Price: $875.00
A VERY GOOD WAR of 1812 PERIOD 3rd MODEL/INDIA PATTERN BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1790s: In overall very good untouched condition. Regulation pattern, triangular form, tapered, flat, steel blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. Retains generally smooth, untouched, steel-gray surfaces with some light scattered pitting and minor surface discoloration/oxidation. A very good, 17" by 1 1/8" blade with its original tip; and its base marked with a Crown/"24" (Board of Ordnance acceptance mark) and with a "Dawes" maker's signature. Samuel Dawes of Birmingham, UK was a recorded Swordsmith 1798-1812 (please see R. Gardner's: "Small Arms Makers", pg. 346). In overall very good untouched condition with a deep russet-gray age-patina and generally smooth surfaces with some scattered light patches of discoloration. Sharp contours with a matching ringed socket with its Z-shaped lug aperture and untouched steel surfaces, en suite with the blade. A nice example of a War of 1812 Period Brown Bess Bayonet, ca. 1790. Overall length, 22". Price: $575.00
A WW II PERIOD USMC KA-BAR FIGHTING KNIFE w/ REPLACED SCABBARD, ca. 1940s: In overall very good untouched condition and of regulation design. The multi-piece construction composite handle with lightly scuffed and worn surfaces with the expected light handling marks and evidence of use. Fine untouched clip-point blade with its base marked with a "USMC" and a KA-BAR marking. Very good cutting edge with some light abrasions and fine nicks. In overall very good+ untouched condition Complete with a later USMC marked leather scabbard. In overall very good+ untouched condition and a very nice example of a World War II Issue US Marine Corps fighting knife, ca. 1940s.. Price: $175.00
A FINE CZECK MODEL (19)58 CZ-58 BAYONET & SCABBARD, ca. 1960: In overall fine untouched condition and of regulation design with an investment cast sharpened steel blade with its resin-bonded wood grip and leather scabbard. In overall fine untouched condition with light evidence of use/wear. The blade with 75%+ of its Parkerized finish and the grip with fine smooth surfaces with sharp contours. Fine blade with its original surfaces and a fine tip. Complete with its leather scabbard with choice supple surfaces and its original frog/hanger. A nice example of this distinct Cold War Era Soviet Block Bayonet, ca. 1960. Please see Frederick J. Stephen’s: “The Collector’s Pictorial Book of Bayonets”, pg. 114. Price: $75.00
A FINE EMPIRE PERIOD GERMAN OFFICER'S (PRUSSIAN) WILHEM MARKED OFFICER'S SPADROON, ca. 1810: In overall fine lightly cleaned condition. The single edge, back-sword type, 33", lightly engraved, fullered, spear-point blade with various martial-theme depictions (Drums, Stand of Arms, etc.) and floral vine scroll engraved highlights. Retains its original "false" cutting edge without nicks or abrasions. The base and fuller with 45% nitre-blue finish, scattered light pitting and discoloration: ricasso with clearly etched surfaces. Regulation, Post-1796, pattern Bronze hilt with a folding, rounded, raised-border, cross-guard, an acorn-shaped upper qullion and a replaced iron retaining spring, peg and brass tightening-screw. Marked, on the inner face of the cross-guard, with a "Wilhem" marking. Spiral-type sheet-silver grip with an untouched/tarnished age-patina. The bronze knuckle-bow and the leaf embossed, capstan-type pommel with evidence of a re-toning from cleaning: some looseness to the grip and at the pommel. In overall fine lightly cleaned condition with a straight blade, 45% of its blued finish, clear engravings and a silvery-gray toned patina. The bronze hilt with a lightly engraved/embossed knuckle-bow, pommel and quillon. Retains smooth, copper-toned surfaces with evidence of cleaning. The folding guard, of British P.-1796 design and marked with a faint cursive script Royal "Wilhem" signature. Functional hinge with a replaced retaining pin, spring and screw. In fine condition with generally sharp contours, smooth surfaces and evidence of a re-toned cleaning. A nice example of a Napoleanic War Period Prussian Officer's Sword, ca. 1810. For a similar example of this pattern, please see G. C. Neumann's: Swords & Blades...", pg. 115. Overall length, 39".. Price: $1,000.00
A FINE 19th CENTURY JAPANESE TANTO WITH SCABBARD, ca. 1850-1900: In overall fine untouched condition with a sharp, smooth, 8", watered steel blade with a chisel-point, 90% of its polish with some sharpening marks and no nicks or dents. Retains its very sharp cutting edge, its brass collar at the ricasso and a faint waterline. Fitted with its original, brass, oval Tsuba. Finely enameled copper hilt with a floral cloisonne pattern with a blue background surmounted by green, white and pink chrysanthemum blossoms: one patch of minor loss to enamel. Complete with its original, matching copper-enameled scabbard with floral designs and a copper-alloy mum-form suspension loop: small patch of loss to enamel. In overall fine untouched condition. A nice representative example of a Meji period Japanese Tanto, with a fine quality watered-steel blade. Overall length, 12 1/2". Price: $1,475.00
A VERY FINE FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD ENGLISH SILVER HILT OFFICER'S SMALL SWORD w/ its ORIGINAL SILVER-MOUNTED SCABBARD, ca. 1760: In overall very fine untouched condition with smooth lightly toned surfaces to the diamond-form, engraved, hollow ground, 31 1/4", colichemard blade with a flared, gold-damascened ricasso (95%+). Very fine surfaces with 95% polish, some light discoloration and a fine tip. Classic, Georgian Period, cast and richly embossed, Silver hilt of typical Smallsword form with a pierced ball-shaped pommel embossed with rococo accents. The design of a classic mid 18th century martial theme, with raised stands of arms, cannons, trumpets and scrolls. The knuckle-bow with three (3) illegible Hallmarks/makers marks. Finely pierced, embossed and etched, disk-type cross-guard with martial theme decorations and rococo vine-scroll highlights, en suite with the pommel. Retains its original, double, braided-silver-wire grip wrapping and its silver under-grip. In overall very fine untouched condition. The blade with smooth surfaces, 95%+ polish, very light isolated patches of discoloration and a sharp tip: the ricasso with an engraved scallop shell and scroll: 95%+ gilt finish. Untouched hilt with smooth silver surfaces, some light tarnish and its original "peen". Sharp detail to the high quality, chased and embossed decorations. A very fine quality example of French & Indian War Period English Silver Hilt Officer's Small Sword, ca. 1760. Complete with its original incised and lightly embossed, brown leather, silver mounted scabbard with matching smooth surfaces. The body with some crazing, shrinkage, age-cracks, tears, open seams and missing its last 1/3. Complete with its original, finely embossed and engraved silver mounts, including both of its silver suspension loops: missing its tip. A classic example of a high quality English, Silver-hilt Smallsword, ca. 1760 with a gold-damascened colichemard blade and most of its original silver-mounted scabbard. For similar examples please see, G. Neumann: "Battle Weapons...", pg. 339. Overall length, 38". Price: $5,175.00
A VERY GOOD & RARE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD US SURCHARGED 2nd MODEL/SHORTLAND PATTERN BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1770s: : In overall very good untouched condition with a deep russet patina with an orange-peel texture overall. Regulation pattern, triangular form, tapered, flat, steel blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. Retains untouched deep brown surfaces with some light scattered pitting and discoloration/oxidation. A very good, earlier type, wider, 16 1/2" by 1 1/4" blade with its original tip; and its base marked with an illegible (Board of Ordnance acceptance mark) and with a “US” Surcharge-- in faint early style characters with seraphs. In overall very good untouched condition with a deep russet/brown patina and generally smooth surfaces with some scattered patches of discoloration and wear. Sharp contours with a ringed-type socket with its Z-shaped bayonet-lug aperture and matching surfaces, en suite with the blade. A rare and seldom seen example of a US Surcharged Revolutionary War Period Brown Bess Bayonet, ca. 1770. Overall length, 21 1/2". Price: $650.00
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FUSIL BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 11 1/2", flat blade of typical English form. Closed ring, Brown Bess type, applied socket (for a .69 caliber barrel) with a "Z" shaped lug-slot. Retains untouched, smooth steel gray surfaces with some scattered light discoloration. In overall very good+ condition with sharp contours. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Fusil/Carbine Bayonet, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 15". Price: $475.00
A VERY GOOD WAR REVOLUTIONARY PERIOD 2nd MODEL/SHORTLAND PATTERN BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. Regulation pattern, triangular form, tapered, flat, steel blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. Retains smooth and untouched, dark gray surfaces with some light scattered surface discoloration/oxidation. A very good, 16 1/2" blade with its original tip; and its base marked with a "SHEEREP?" maker's signature counter-stamped with an "SN?" marking: the base with an illegible Broad Arrow? marking. In overall very good untouched condition with a deep gray-black age-patina and generally smooth surfaces with some scattered light patches of discoloration. Sharp contours with a matching ringed socket with its Z-shaped lug aperture. A nice example of a Revolutionary War Period Brown Bess Bayonet, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 21".. Price: $675.00
A VERY FINE LATE 16th CENTURY NORTHERN ITALIAN (BRESCIAN?) CRAB-CLAW HILT RAPIER, ca. 1590s: In overall very fine untouched condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces. The 32 1/8", double edged, rapier-type, diamond-form blade with a spear-point tip and some scattered patches of light pitting and discoloration. Retains a smooth, silver-gray age-patina with sharp edges. The ricasso with a finely pierced openwork and fluted panel, of classic Northern Italian (Brescian) craftsmanship. Marked with an Anchor? form maker's mark (Please see R. Gardner), on both its sides. Finely wrought and chiseled hilt with an enclosed, fluted, scallop-shell cross-guard, fitted with its original chiseled, iron reinforcing bar with four integral "crab claw" quillons: the inside with an old inked collection No. Classic late 16th century Ball type pommel with a finely turned finial and capstan. Complete with its original, braided, iron wire-wrapped grip. The grip with a matching lightly oxidized patina and a very tight fit. Fine blade with smooth steel surfaces and its original cutting edges. A very fine quality example of an original 16th Century Italian Crab-Hilt Rapier, ca. 1590s. In very fine untouched condition. Overall length, 39". Of classic Northern Italian craftsmanship with a finely pierced ricasso, a chiseled hilt and a sharp attention to detail and proportion. For similar examples, please C. Blair's "European & American Arms 1150-1850", plt. 179. Price: $6,575.00
A FINE COLD WAR ERA BELGIAN FN FAL BAYONET & SCABBARD, ca. 1960: In overall fine untouched condition and a nice example of these distinct bayonets. Made for a Portuguese Contract FN FAL Rifle and complete with its original scabbard and black plastic grip. The hollow-ground steel blade with smooth surfaces and some isolated patches of discoloration. Retains choice Parkerized surfaces with 90% finish. The hilt with its distinct bifurcated pommel and matching smooth surfaces. Overall a fine example of an early FN FAL Rifle Bayonet, ca. 1960. Price: $55.00
A FINE 5TH-7TH CENTURY CELTIC SPEAR HEAD:: In overall very good untouched excavated condition with generally smooth, stable, untouched, dark brown surfaces, light discoloration and patches of pitting and loss. The Leaf-shaped, 8", thin blade of classic early European design with a well-defined medial ridge and nearly perfect symmetry, in form. Retains its original point and cutting edges: some significant nicks and/or marring. Complete with its integrally forged, hollow, conical shaft with a flared mouth. In overall very good complete, untouched condition. A very nice classic example of a European Celtic Spear Head, ca. 500-700 AD. Overall length, 11". From a Swiss collection. Price: $1,275.00
A VERY GOOD INITIALIZED & MASONIC MARKED US MODEL 1860 AMES CAVALRY SWORD, dtd. 1863:: Regulation length, saber-form, double fullered blade with slightly curved edge. Marked at the base with a "AMES/CHICOPEE/MASS." maker's marking, a "US" and "DB" inspector's mark and an 1863 date. Brass hilt with triple-bar hand-guard and an untouched mustard patina: an old scratched "HM" owner's initials and Masonic Star, on the cross-guard face. Original iron scabbard with two suspension rings and an integral flared drag. In overall very untouched condition. The untouched blade retains its original cutting edge with evidence of likely "battle-use", e.g., minor "sword nicks"; and has richly toned surfaces with some scattered light pitting/discoloration: visible markings (slightly worn). The cast brass hilt with an untouched mustard-toned patina and retains its brown leather covered grip with supple surfaces (minor crazing): complete with its braided brass grip-wire. Very good scabbard with untouched, lightly oxidized, dark, chocolate-gray, steel surfaces and several scattered dents and abrasions, from use. A very nice example of a Gettysburg Era US Model 1860 Civil War Cavalry Saber, made by perhaps the most noted Civil War Contractor, N. P. Ames, of Chicopee Falls, Mass, who was provided a Govt. contract for thousands of Cavalry Sabers. (please see R. Gardner's: "Small Arms Makers", pg. 219). Overall length, 42 1/2". Price: $1,000.00
A VERY GOOD & EARLY COLONIAL PERIOD TRADE-AXE TOMAHAWK, ca. 1650s-1690s: In overall very good untouched condition. The 6" x 3 1/2", blacksmith made, "tomahawk" blade with its original cutting edge, scattered moderate to heavy pitting, and several deeply struck, oval, maker's punch-marks. Of very early, 17th century "Trade" axe configuration with an elongated-eye socket, evident forge hammer marks and some minor nicks and dents/compression from use. Untouched with a nicely aged smooth brown patina and very good surfaces. Mounted on a modern/reproduction, 18 3/4", rounded, hardwood haft with hand-carved contours. In overall very good+ condition. The blade with generally smooth untouched dark-brown surfaces and a fairly sharp, original cutting edge. Fine haft with a dark patina overall. A rare example of a near "Contact Period" Trade-Axe Tomahawk, ca. 1650s-1690. The type of tomahawk often associated with Iroquois sites of Upstate, New York. For similar examples, please see D. Hartzler & J. Knowles: "Indian Tomahawks & Frontiersmen Belt Axes", pg. 23. Overall length, 20". Price: SOLD
A FINE+ WW II ERA SWISS BAYONET & LEATHER SCABBARD, ca. 1940: In overall fine untouched condition with a very fine spear-point steel blade 9minor nicks) with choice smooth surfaces and little evidence of use or wear. The base of blade with a FW maker’s mark and a v/456,XXX serial number. Ringed type cross-guard with matching silver “bright” steel surfaces and some very minor signs of wear. Spiral-cut black plastic grip with choice dark surfaces and some minor handling marks. Simulated push-button type lug-release with choice silver surfaces. Complete with its leather scabbard with a “J. BERNHARD/SATTLER/WALTERSWIL/77” maker’s mark. Also clearly marked with a Swiss Cross marking. In overall fine+ untouched condition and a very nice quality example of a Swiss Rifle Bayonet, ca. 1940s. Price: $135.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SHORTLAND PATTERN/SECOND MDL. BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. Regulation pattern, triangular form, tapered, flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length and generally smooth, untouched, brown, surfaces with some light scattered pitting. Unmarked base with a very good, 16" blade with its original tip. In overall very good untouched condition with a deep russet age-patina and generally smooth surfaces. Sharp contours, untouched brown surfaces and some expected pitting and patches of discoloration. Matching ringed socket with a "Z" lug aperture and smooth steel surfaces, en suite with the blade. A nice untouched example of Revolutionary War Period Second Model Brown Bess Bayonet, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 20 1/2". Price: $550.00
A VERY GOOD & NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD model 1801 FRENCH NAVAL CUTLASS, ca. 1805: In overall very good+ condition. The slightly curved, single-edge, 26", spear point, deeply fullered, back-sword, steel blade with its original cutting edge (minor nicks) and a very good age-patina (working-life "blunted" with a riveted brass cover): the rear of the spine with a vestige of its cursive-script (French) Arsenal marking. Retains untouched gunmetal-gray metal surfaces with some scattered light surface-discoloration and fine pitting. Wrought Forged, sheet-steel hilt of classic "Cup-hilt" design with an upper quillon (on the top of guard) and its original, faceted, black leather-wrapped grip. Of Mdl. 1801 configuration with untouched dark, smooth surfaces: 50% of its blackened/jappaned finish -- for Naval use. The grip with a matching untouched patina, signs of light handling and minor wear. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth dark surfaces, some signs of use/light wear, minor abrasions to the cutting edge and the tip with the noted brass cover (for practice?). An early and scarce example of a Napoleanic War Period French Model 1801 Naval Cutlass. In untouched condition with smooth surfaces, signs of Naval use and a rich age-patina. Dates to, ca. 1805. Overall length, 32". For a similar example, please see W. Gilkerson's: "Boarders Away", vol. 2, pg. 78, fig. 22 & 23. Price: $2,575.00
A VERY FINE+ & EARLY NAPOLEANIC/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD ENGLISH/AMERICAN IVORY-HILT MIDSHIPMAN'S DIRK w/ ORIGINAL GILT-MOUNTED SCABBARD, ca. 1800s: In overall very fine+ untouched condition. The straight, double-edge, 5 1/2", spear point, steel blade with its original cutting edges and a sharp point. Retains, 85%+ finish with some scattered light surface discoloration and gilt accents, at the ricasso. Embossed gilt bronze cross-guard with finely detailed acanthus-leaf quillons. Retains 95%+ gilt with nicely toned and untouched surfaces. Finely turned Ivory grip with scrimshawed/inked highlights, signs of light handling, minor wear/tight hairlines and expected light age-stains. Retains its original gilt finished bronze scabbard (90%+) with both of its suspension loops: minor handling marks. In very fine+ condition with smooth gilt surfaces, a fine seam, nicely etched acanthus leaves with only light signs of use/wear. Overall, a very fine+, complete and untouched example of a fine quality Ivory Hilt Napoleanic/War of 1812 English/American Midshipman's Dirk, ca. 1800s. A fine example of an early 19th century naval/nautical weapon. Overall length 8 3/4". Price: $1,875.00
A HAND FORGED AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD TRENCH PIKE/SPEAR HEAD, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition with generally smooth brown-colored steel surfaces with a crudely fashioned, blacksmith-made “Needle/Awl” type spear point with a tapered cylindrical “blade” with a forge-laminations, minor roughness and its original point. The body with evident hammer marks, some expected roughness and bends/irregularities. Integrally forged rounded and flared-mouth socket-aperture with a matching untouched age-patina and its piercing for attachment to a haft. Overall a simply fashioned example of a American-made Revolutionary War Period Trench Pike/Spear, ca. 1770s. For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann’s: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", Overall length, 11 1/2". . Price: $275.00
A VERY GOOD WAR OF 1812 PERIOD US MODEL 1798 BAYONET, ca. 1810s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, unmarked, 15", flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. The open socket of regulation 1798 design with a "Z" shaped lug-slot for a bottom-mounted lug. Untouched brown surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration and scattered pitting. In overall very good untouched condition with good contours, very nice surfaces and an unmarked blade. A very nice example of a War of 1812 Period US Model 1798 Bayonet. Overall length, 18". Price: $400.00
A VERY GOOD SPANISH-COLONIAL AMERICAN PERIOD CAVALRY SWORD (HANGER), ca. 1780: In overall very good untouched condition. “C. IV.”/DLa. (Charles IV) and unit marked, 33 1/4", single edge, straight blade with its original cutting edge and a reinforced back. Spanish Colonial-American made sheet-steel hilt with a turned ball-type capstan-form pommel, an integral, pierced, triple-bar/slotted, basket-type knuckle-guard and a rounded cross-guard with a slightly curved upper quillion. Rounded wooden (walnut?) grip-scales (possibly working-life replaced) with a dark brown age patina, some scattered handling marks and 55%+ finish. In overall very good untouched condition. The blade retains its original, cutting edge with generally smooth gunmetal-gray surfaces, some scattered discoloration and areas of pitting. A visible Charles IV marking and an even age patina. Very good+ hilt with matching untouched, steel surfaces: of typical sheet-steel, Spanish-Colonial design. A very nice example of a Classic Spanish Colonial Cavalry Sword, ca. 1780. For similar examples, please see Brinckerhoff’s & Chamberlain’s: “Spanish Military Weapons in Colonial America, 1700-1821”, Fig. 153 & 154. Price: $2,500.00
A VERY GOOD WAR OF 1812 PERIOD US MODEL 1795 SHIP'S MUSKET? BAYONET, ca. 1810s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 14", flat blade with a bottom fluted bottom and a "French" type blood-groove, at its tip. The open socket of regulation 1795 Ship' Musket design with a lipped base, a "Z" shaped lug-slot for a top-mounted lug. Untouched brown surfaces, with some isolated patches of discoloration and scattered pitting. In overall very good untouched condition: the base of the blade with an "N?" maker's/inspector's mark. A very nice example of a scarce War of 1812 Period US Model 1795 Ship's Musket Bayonet. Overall length, 17". Price: $450.00
AN UNTOUCHED FRENCH MODEL 1872 SWORD BAYONET: In overall very good untouched condition. The single edge steel blade with a single cutting edge and top fuller/blood-groove. Retains 97%+ of its original polish. The top of the spine with a sharp "1872" French Arsenal marking and manufacture date, in cursive script. Regulation-type fluted brass hilt with integral cross-guard and a rear cut and steel spring release: for accepting the bayonet lug of a "Libel" rifle. Retains its original steel scabbard with ball finial and an untouched russet age patina with some scattered light pitting and heavy discoloration and active oxidation. In overall net very good untouched condition. The bayonet with a near excellent blade with nearly all of polish and virtually no flaws. Untouched scabbard with its spring release and oxidation and active rust. The hilt with a fine mustard age patina. Fair to Good scabbard with the noted pitting and oxidation. A nice example of Franco-Prussian War style French Bayonet, dtd. 1872. Price: $425.00
A VERY GOOD FRENCH & INDIAN WAR/COLONIAL/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD TRADE-TYPE BELT-AXE TOMAHAWK, ca. 1750s: In overall very untouched condition. The 4 1/2" x 4 1/2", hand-forge, unmarked, iron “Trade-type” blade with its original cutting edge and a rectangular poll: some old chips/nicks to the tips of the cutting-edge. Retains a smooth, brown-gray, age patina with gunmetal highlights, some light discoloration and scattered light pitting/forge-roughness: the base with a “9”? marking. Well-made reproduction, 13 3/4", flat-sided, wooden haft with hand-carved contours: some minor abrasions, stains and a piercing for a suspension-cord. In overall fine condition. The blade with smooth untouched surfaces, a sharp cutting edge with minor nicks. Very nice haft with aged surfaces, some handling marks, hairlines and wear/stains. A very nice example of an authentic Colonial/Revolutionary War Period Belt-Axe Tomahawk, ca. 1750s. Overall length, 13 3/4". Price: $1,175.00
A VERY GOOD+/FINE WAR of 1812 PERIOD 3rd MODEL/INDIA PATTERN BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1790s:: In overall Very Good+/Fine untouched condition. Regulation pattern, triangular form, tapered, flat, steel blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. Retains generally smooth, untouched, steel-gray surfaces with some light scattered pitting, 65% polish and minor surface discoloration/oxidation. A fine, 18" by 1 1/8" blade with its original tip; and its base marked with a Crown/"31" (Board of Ordnance acceptance mark) and with a "S. CHAMBERS" maker's signature. In overall very good untouched condition with a smooth steel-gray age-patina and smooth surfaces with some scattered light patches of discoloration. Sharp contours with a matching ringed socket with its Z-shaped lug aperture and untouched surfaces, en suite with the blade. A nice example of a War of 1812 Period Brown Bess Bayonet, ca. 1790. Overall length, 22 3/8"." Price: $575.00
A FINE & EARLY SPANISH-COLONIAL CUP-HILT RAPIER, ca. 1675: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth age-toned surfaces to the unmarked, 39 1/2", diamond form, classic rapier-type, fullered (5”) blade: minor surfaces pitting and discoloration. Retains a dark, untouched patina with some scattered light discoloration and fine scattered pitting. Finely turned, pommel with a classic Spanish style cup-type hilt with turned rim and two, long, straight, iron quillons. The forged knuckle-bow with a flaring center and finial. The cross-guard and an integral knuckle bow and quillon. Ovoid type pommel with a finely turned finial and capstan. Complete with its one-piece black horn grip. The grip with an untouched, lightly oxidized, dark patina some minor handling marks and a tight fit. Fine quality blade with generally smooth, untouched, gunmetal surfaces and its original (sharp) cutting edges: some expected scattered discoloration and pitting overall. A fine untouched example of a classic Spanish-Colonial Cup Hilt Rapier, ca. 1675. The type of Sword often associated with the Conquistadors and the Early Spanish-Colonial Period. For similar examples, please C. Blair's "European & American Arms 1150-1850" & S. Brinckerhoff’s & Chamberlain’s: “Spanish Military Weapons in Colonial America, 1700-1821”. Price: $3,575.00
FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD PATTERN 1742 INFANTRY HANGER, ca. 1750: In overall near fine lightly cleaned condition. Regulation Pattern 1742, unmarked, lightly re-toned, single edged, slightly curved, 23 1/2", cutlass-form back-blade, with a top fuller approximately 3/4 its length. Retains 55% of its polish with a lightly cleaned, smooth, re-toned, gun-metal patina. Heart-shaped, cast, brass hilt with a top-mounted quillon, a single-bar knuckle-guard and an integral rope-turned grip with ball pommel. The hilt/guard In overall fine+ original condition with a lightly re-toned brass surfaces and a "C-2" marking its face. The blade with smooth surfaces and a sharp edge: some scattered light discoloration and salt & pepper pitting. A very nice example of a Regulation Pattern 1742 French & Indian War English Infantry Hanger. Overall length 29 1/4". Price: $1,985.00
A FINE ZULU WAR PERIOD ENGLISH P. 1853/71 MARTINI-HENRY RIFLE BAYONET, ca. 1880: In overall fine untouched condition with choice steel-gray surfaces, sharp contours and clear markings. Of regulation pattern design with a long triangular hollow-ground steel bade with sharp contours and a very fine sharp tip. Retains choice steel-gray surfaces with some scattered light patches of discoloration and clear “WD” {War Dept.} markings, on its base. The ring-type socket with its original screw-retained locking-ring, en suite with smooth steel surfaces and a fine age-patina. In overall fine condition and a nice example of an English Martini-Henry Rifle Bayonet, ca. 1880. Price: $45.00
A GOOD US MODEL 1816 SOCKET BAYONET, ca. 1820s: In overall good untouched condition. Regulation, 16", triangular blade with fluted bottom fullers, extending the full length. The top of the blade with flat, untouched surfaces. In overall good+ untouched condition with sharp contours. The open-neck socket with a "T" shaped cut and matching rust patinated surfaces. A good example of a US Model 1816 Musket Bayonet. Overall length, 18 3/4". Price: $175.00
A FINE & RARE NEOLITHIC PERIOD EUROPEAN STONE HAMMER, ca. 1000 BC: In overall very fine untouched condition. The 4 1/2", gray, hard-stone (Basalt) hammerhead with a hand-drilled, tapered and rounded socket aperture: as drilled with a stone drill. Retains smooth untouched, river-polished, gray surfaces with some expected light imperfections. Of somewhat triangular form with a pointed tip and a rounded back end. A well-made hand-crafted European Stone Age Hammer, ca. 3000 years old. In overall very fine untouched condition with choice smooth surfaces. Price: $1,375.00
A FINE WESTERN EXPANSION/CIVIL WAR PERIOD "BOWIE" KNIFE & SCABBARD, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition. The 6", spear-point, double edged, Sheffield steel blade with a fine untouched age patina, some minor scattered pitting and light discoloration: 65%+ original polish. The right side with an original and clear "George Butcher & Co./Trinity Works/Sheffield/England" marking, of ca. 1850s. Finely checkered, cylindrical-form, black, horn grip with its original German-silver fittings. The cross-guard with rectangular quillons: the bottom pierced for the locking-stud, on the scabbard. Retains sharp checkering without nicks or damage: untouched age patina. In overall fine untouched condition with general signs of use. The blade with its original sharp cutting edges, some old scattered nicks and some scattered staining/light pitting. Fine grip with untouched surfaces: sharp checkering and a pleasing age patina. Complete with its original brown leather scabbard with smooth supple surfaces, some minor abrasions and wear. A very nice example of an authentic early "Bowie" Knife, ca. 1850. Overall length, 11 1/2". Price: $2,250.00
A FAIR/GOOD UNTOUCHED LATE 19th CENTURY AMERICAN FRATERNAL (KNIGHTS TEMPLAR)DRESS SWORD, ca. 1890: Of traditional cruciform design with a 26”, double-edge, spear-point, steel blade with rough, oxidized, untouched, russet-toned surfaces. The expected light to moderate pitting and wear. Untouched brass hilt with a cross-type guard with flat and flared quillons. A deep, mustard-toned, untouched age-patina with its typical “Knight’s” helmet-form pommel. In overall fair to good untouched condition and missing its scabbard. The blade and hilt with an untouched dark age-patina with chocolate-brown steel surfaces with heavy oxidation. The brass portions of the hilt with matching surfaces. Very good ebony/ebonized wooden grip with dark smooth finish, an inlayed brass cross and scattered stains/patches of discoloration. An untouched example of a late 19th century Fraternal (Knights Templar) Dress Sword, ca. 1890. Overall length, 33". Price: $75.00
A FINE 19th CENTURY CONTINENTAL CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD & SCABBARD, ca. 1890: In overall fine+ untouched condition with a straight, 33", nickel-plated steel blade with "double" cutting edges and 75%+ nickel finish. Original contours with fine cutting edges, a fuller for 2/3 its length and its leather washer, at the base: a fine spear-type point and some very minor patches of discoloration. Nickel-silver hilt with a triple-bar knuckle-bow and an integrally cast top quillon with a curved finial. The back strap and baluster-turned grip-ferrule with matching surfaces and the pommel with its original "peen" for the solid-type blade-tang. The rear of the knuckle-guard with a piercing for a sword-knot. Of classic 19th century "French Model AN XI" Cavalry Sword design with finely cast German/Nickel-Silver surfaces with a sharp attention to overall detail. The original dark-colored horn grip with a carved flutes for the single-strand, brass wire-wrap: some loss to the wire. In overall fine untouched condition with generally smooth surfaces and some light signs of use: the hilt with some minor checks and the noted damage to the wire. Complete with its original black, japanned, steel scabbard with its single suspension ring and flared drag. Very good+ to fine scabbard with some loss of its black lacquer and minor dents and abrasions. Retains 55%+ finish with some scattered scuffs and nicks. A nice example of a complete W.W.I Period Continental European (German/Austrian) Cavalry Officer's Sword, ca. 1890. Overall length, 40". Price: $300.00
A FINE LATE 17th/EARLY 18TH CENTURY CENTRAL EUROPEAN PLUG BAYONET, ca. 1700: In overall fine untouched condition. Of classic mid to late 17th century central Europeanm (Dutch/Spanish?)Plug Bayonet form with a blued, (70%) single edge, 12”, spear type blade with a sharp point and a saw-tooth back. The tapered horn Hilt of classic Plug Bayonet design with a gilt-brass collar, an onion-bulb top, turned brass pommel and its matching flared cross-guard. Retains choice untouched, smooth surfaces with much finish extant, en suite with the blade. A very good quality, late 17th/Early 18th century Central European (Dutch/Spanish?) Plug Bayonet of, ca. 1700. In fine untouched condition with smooth steel surfaces with some minor patches of discoloration and wear. The mounts and horn grip, en suite with signs of light use and handling. Fine handle/hilt with very fine, smooth, horn surfaces, some minor handling marks and surface abrasions. The type of early Bayonet used in 17th/Early 18th Century Colonial America. For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Sword & Blades...". Overall length, 17 1/2". Price: $1,750.00
A FINE UNTOUCHED MEXICAN-AMERICAN/CIVIL WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1841 "MISSISSIPPI" RIFLE SWORD BAYONET & SCABBARD, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition. The 21 1/2", slightly curved, unmarke, single edge, steel blade with a single cutting edge and fuller/blood-groove. Retains 65%+ of its polish with smooth gunmetal-gray steel surfaces and its original cutting-edge and tip. Regulation-type fluted brass hilt with integral ringed cross-guard with bottom quillon and a rear cut and spring-release: for accepting the bayonet lug of a US Model 1841 "Mississippi" rifle: the top with a "12" and a "V" marking. Complete with its original black leather and brass-mounted scabbard with a matching an untouched age patina, some scattered light crazing, scuffs and discoloration to the mounts: marked with an illegible maker's mark -- forward of the throat. In overall fine untouched condition. The bayonet with a very fine blade with smooth surfaces and much of its finish: sharp contours. Matching scabbard with its original fittings with an untouched mustard patina. The hilt, en suite with clear markings and a fine mustard age-patina. Fine+ scabbard with the noted crazing and abrasions. A very nice example of a scarce Civil War Period US Model 1841 Mississippi Rifle Sword-Bayonet, ca. 1850. Overall length, 28". For an example, please see Robert M. Reilly's: "United States Military Small Arms 1816-1865", pg. 33, fig. 103.. Price: $750.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD GERMAN? IVORY HILT CUTTOE, ca. 1760: German?, 20 1/2", blade with a single fluted fuller extending from the ricasso to the clip point. Very good smooth surfaces with 75% polish and sharp edges: engraved with a worn boar hunting scene. Fluted and carved ivory grip with lightly embossed bronze fittings: an "S"-shaped cross-guard with rounded quillons and lion's face pommel (worn). In overall very good condition. The blade with smooth surfaces and some scattered pitting. Very good grip with slightly worn carving and some minor chips. The blade with 75% original polish and some pitting. A nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Ivory Hilt Cuttoe, ca. 1760. Overall length, 26". For similar examples please see G. C. Neumann's "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $1,000.00
A GOOD PATTERN 1897 GEORGE VII W. W. I OFFICER'S SWORD, ca. 1915: In overall net good untouched condition with a single edge, straight, "Proved", acid etched, steel blade with heavy surface discoloration and wear to engraved and etched scrolls and martial motifs. The blade with its original (dulled) cutting edge and some minor nicks, abrasions and wear. Regulation pattern sheet-steel guard with a large knuckle-bow and a lightly engraved cross-guard. The sharkskin wrapped grip with some wear and missing its braided grip-binding. The pommel with oval aperture for the missing portapee. Complete with its Field-type wood and leather scabbard: the tip with loss and damage to the leather wrap and wooden body. A nice untouched example of a World War I era Pattern 1897 English officer's sword, ca. 1915. Price: $500.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED ENGLISH? SABER-TYPE BAYONET FOR AN ENFIELD SHORT-RIFLE, ca. 1900: In overall very good untouched condition and of similar pattern to example(s) illustrated in “”, pg. 35. The unmarked single edge, large size, steel, saber=type blade with untouched gunmetal gray surfaces and some expected patches of discoloration/pitting. The cross-guard with an integral quillon and open-ring lug-aperture with matching untouched dark surfaces. Very good slab-type wooden grips and the steel pommel with its push-button release. Complete with its atypical sheet-steel scabbard with a pointed tip and matching untouched and lightly oxidized/patinated surfaces. In overall very good untouched and complete condition. A nice example of an Enfield Saber-type bayonet for a “Short Rifle”, ca. 1900. Price: $100.00
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR AUSTRIAN LORENZ RIFLE BAYONET, ca. 1861: In overall very good untouched condition. Fullered triangular-form, spear-point blade with full top and bottom flutes/blood-grooves. Collared socket with straight lug-slot and an integral notched ring. Retains a smooth untouched, brown age patina with some isolated patches of light oxidation. In overall very good condition with sharp contours and smooth brown surfaces. A very nice example of Civil War Period Austrian Lorenz Rifle Bayonet, ca. 1861. Such bayonets were ordered in Large quantities by both sides during the American Civil War, with a disproportionate number being used by the Confederacy. Overall length, 22 1/4". Price: $225.00
A VERY GOOD W.W.I PERIOD GERMAN G. 98 BAYONET w/ SCABBARD & FROG, Dtd. 1915: In overall very good+ untouched condition with a regulation length, 14 12", fullered, steel, "Butcher" blade with a "SIMSON & Co./SUHL" maker's mark, on the ricasso. Very good+ steel surfaces with a smooth steel-gray patina , 55% polish and some light patches of discoloration. Sharp contours, its original cutting edge and a very good spear-type point. The cross-guard with an open barrel-loop and a bottom quillon: the pommel with its push-button lug-release. Very good+, fluted, wooden grips with their iron rivets and smooth surfaces with scattered light handling marks and some minor age-cracks, at the "oil hole". In overall very good+ condition with smooth surfaces and some expected signs of use and wear. The rear spine of the blade with Crown/"W" marking, over a (19) "15" date of manufacture. Complete with its iron scabbard with untouched surfaces and some scattered handling marks, minor dents and various scratch marks. Retains its brown leather frog with fine stitching and some minor scuffs and light crazing. Overall a very nice and complete example of an Imperial German/W.W.I Period Gewher '98 Mauser Bayonet, dtd. 1915. Overall length, 20 ½" (in the scabbard). Price: $200.00
A VERY FINE GEORGIAN (RUSSIAN) IVORY HILT KINDJAL, ca. 1840s: Nicely crafted, unmarked, Caucasian-made, 16 1/2", double edged, straight, spear-point, steel blade with a long single fuller. Very fine smooth surfaces with 95% polish and sharp cutting edges: an old repaired nick, on the left edge. Fine quality and carved walrus ivory grip with engraved and embossed guilt bronze and silver niello fittings: silver cross-guard with rounded contours: some age-staining to the ivory. In overall very fine condition. The blade with smooth surfaces with much original polish and some light dark patches. The grip with slightly worn carving and a tight hairline: some expecting yellowing from age. Retains 95% original polish with sharp edges and a fine point: of very good quality watered steel. A nice example of Russian/Georgian Ivory Hilt Kindjal with its original leather black scabbard with iron and brass fittings. A large brass and iron drag with nicely polished smooth surfaces and a fine black leather body with some minor age cracks and 95% of its finish. Silver niello enameled suspension iron ring, en suite with the grip and finial of the drag. A very well made and fine quality Georgian kindjal, ca. 1840. Overall length, 21". For similar examples please see G. C. Stone's "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration...of Arms...", pg. 358-9. Price: $1,875.00
A VERY GOOD WAR OF 1812 PERIOD US MODEL 1798/1808 BAYONET, ca. 1810s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, unmarked, flat blade with a bottom flute for its entire length. The tip with a “blood groove” of French design. Open-type socket of regulation 1798 design with a "Z" shaped lug-slot for the bayonet-lug. Untouched brown surfaces, with some patches of discoloration and moderate scattered pitting. In overall very good untouched condition with good contours, good surfaces and an unmarked blade: minor twist, at the base of the blade and the tip with a working-period alteration/sharpening. A very nice example of a War of 1812 Period US Model 1798/1808 Bayonet, ca. 1810s. Price: $350.00
A FINE AMERICAN-MADE COLONIAL PERIOD BELT KNIFE WITH WOOD GRIP, ca. 1760-1800: In overall very good untouched condition. The 3 7/8", single edged, hand-forged, clip point, steel blade with a dark untouched age patina and some forge roughness. Single piece, turned hardwood grip, with lightly oxidized aged surfaces, with several minor stains and hairlines. In very good untouched condition. The blade with its original sharp edge without nicks. Very good grip with smooth, surfaces exhibiting moderate signs of use and wear. A very nice example of a classic Colonial Period American-made Belt Knife, ca. 1770-1780. For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: Swords & Blades of the American Revolution, pg. 232. Overall length, 8 3/4". Price: $250.00
AN UNTOUCHED FRANCO PRUSSIAN WAR PERIOD FRENCH MODEL SWORD BAYONET: In overall very good untouched condition. The single edge steel blade with a single cutting edge and top fuller/blood-groove. Retains 97%+ of its original polish. The top of the spine with a sharp "1871" French Arsenal marking and manufacture date, in cursive script. Regulation-type fluted brass hilt with integral cross-guard and a rear cut and steel spring release: for accepting the bayonet lug of a chasepot rifle. Retains its original steel scabbard with ball finial and an untouched russet age patina with some scattered light pitting and heavy discoloration and active oxidation. In overall net very good untouched condition. The bayonet with a near excellent blade with nearly all of polish and virtually no flaws. Untouched scabbard with its spring release and oxidation and active rust. The hilt with a fine mustard age patina. Fair to Good scabbard with the noted pitting and oxidation. A nice example of Franco-Prussian War French Bayonet, dtd. 1871. Price: $425.00
A VERY GOOD FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD 1ST MODEL BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1760s: In overall very good untouched condition. Regulation pattern, triangular form, tapered, flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length and generally smooth, untouched, brown, surfaces with some light scattered pitting. A very good, 16 1/2" by 1 1/4" blade with its original tip and the base with a Crown (early Board of Ordnance acceptance mark) and a "W. _ O _ K?" maker's signature. In overall very good untouched condition with a deep black age-patina and generally smooth surfaces with some scattered discoloration and surface scale. Sharp contours, untouched black surfaces and some expected pitting and patches of discoloration. Matching ringed socket with its Z-shaped lug aperture and untouched steel surfaces, en suite with the blade. A nice example of a F & I/Revolutionary War 1st Model Brown Bess Bayonet, ca. 1760s. Overall length, 21". Price: $775.00
A VERY GOOD LATE 18TH/EARLY 19th CENTURY GERMAN HUNTING-SWORD/CUTTOE, ca. 1790-1820: Fine quality, single edge, 23", steel blade with "bright" surfaces and nicely etched and engraved stands of arms and an Heraldic Coat of Arms with an "S.O." owner's? monogram. Retains, lighted discolored surfaces with general signs of use and wear. Fine cutting edge with a drop-point tip and the spine with matching surfaces. Black horn grip scales, with heavy-gauge brass mounts: including the cross-guard with simple turned quilions and the faceted pommel-cap. In overall very good condition. The blade with a nicely toned, steel-gray patina and some scattered light pitting and discoloration. Very good grips with smooth surfaces, various minor handling marks, some scratches, wear and worming. A very good example of a late 18th/early 19th Century German Cuttoe/Hunting-Sword with, ca., 1790-1820. Overall length, 28". Price: $475.00
19th CENTURY SPANISH ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SWORD, ca. 1860s: In overall very good+ untouched condition. Curved, 28”, single edge, steel blade with a “Artilleria Fa. Nacional de Toledo” marking on the ricasso. Retains its original cutting edge, 85% original polish with some wear to the marks and light discoloration. Cast brass grip/hilt with a rope-turned grip and a D type knuckle-guard. In overall very good+ condition with smooth surfaces and lightly toned patination. Retains its original leather scabbard with brass fittings: damaged. Overall length, 33 1/2”. Price: $400.00
A RARE & AUTHENTIC REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD PIPE TOMAHAWK w/ ORIGINAL HAFT, ca. 1780: In overall fine untouched condition. The cast iron, 4 1/4" x 2" axe-head with an oval socket, a rounded neck and an integrally cast turned pipe-bowl. Complete with its original, hand carved, flat-sided, hardwood (maple?) haft with a nicely carved mouth-piece and a decorative upper tip. Some scattered handling marks, vestiges of old paint decoration, minor wear and abrasions/hairlines. The stem bored-through with an irregular "fire drilled" hole: correctly made with a hot wire. In fine untouched condition with a steel-insert type cutting edge and some minor nicks. Retains smooth, gunmetal steel surfaces with the expected signs of use, wear and oxidation. The blade with some light patches of discoloration and pitting; and the small-sized pipe-bowl with some minor irregularity and scorch marks. A well persevered example of an authentic late 18th century, Pipe Tomahawk, ca. 1780. In fine untouched condition, with generally smooth dark surfaces, some light scattered pitting, a minor casting flaw and general signs of use and age. Very good+ haft/handle with the noted minor "hand wear". A classic example of a small-sized, early Pipe Tomahawk--- of the form associated with Soldiers and Native Americans of the era. Overall length, 14 1/2". For similar examples please see G. C. Neumann's: “Swords & Blades of the American Revolution” Price: SOLD
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FUSIL BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall fine condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 13 1/2", flat, blade of typical English form. Closed ring, Brown Bess type, applied socket (for a .69 caliber barrel) with a "Z" shaped lug-slot. Retains untouched, smooth, gunmetal-gray, steel \surfaces with some scattered light discoloration/fine oitting. In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Fusil/Carbine Bayonet, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 17" Price: $775.00
A VERY GOOD WAR OF 1812 PERIOD US MODEL 1798/1808 BAYONET, ca. 1798-1810s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 15 ¾”, unmarked, flat-top blade with a bottom flutes for its entire length. Open-type socket of regulation 1798/1808 design with a "Z" shaped lug-slot for the bayonet-lug. Untouched, smooth, brown surfaces, with some patches of discoloration. In overall very good untouched “attic” condition with sharp contours, untouched smooth, russet surfaces and an unmarked blade. A very nice example of a War of 1812 Period US Model 1798/1808 Bayonet, ca. 1798-1810s. Overall length, 19 ½”. Price: $375.00
A VERY GOOD+ BRONZE MOUNTED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH/AMERICAN? LION'S HEAD SABER, ca. 1750s-1770s: In overall very good+, untouched condition. Slightly curved, single edged, hollow-ground, unmarked, 24", "backsword"-blade, with a top fuller. Some scattered light pitting, minor abrasions, a battle related nick-- to the top edge, 45%+ polish and a smooth, lightly toned, gunmetal-gray age patina. Retains its original cutting edge with some minor nicks. Classic Georgian Period, cast and embossed, Bronze hilt, of Lion's Head form with a finely detailed pommel. Openwork knuckle-guard with finely chased and cast fluted contours and a matching cross-gard with a rococo, scallop-shell-finial quillon. Finely carved and polished, spiral-cut, ebony grip with its original gold-gilt ribbon and braided gold wire wrapping. The hilt/guard in overall fine untouched condition with a dark age patina and some minor chips, at the pommel. Very good blade with generally smooth surfaces, a sharp cutting edge, some scattered light discoloration and salt & pepper pitting. A very nice example of a fine quality Revolutionary War Period English or possibly American made Lion's Head Sword, ca. 1750s-1770s. Overall length 30". Of most likely English make, though of a similar style to swords from New York. For similar examples please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", pg. 322, 330 & 331. Price: $2,750.00
A FAIR CIVIL WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1858 BAYONET, ca. 1860s: In overall fair cleaned condition. The regulation, unmarked, triangular, hollow-ground, steel blade with pitted and cleaned steel surfaces with evidence of polishing and discoloration. Integral socket (missing its locking ring and screw). Overall a decorative example of an authentic American Civil War Period bayonet, ca. 1860s. Overall length, 22". Price: $100.00
A VERY GOOD+ WORLD WAR II PERIOD SWEDISH TYPE BAYONET w/ MATCHING SCABBARD, ca 1940: In overall very fine clean condition with smooth steel surfaces and sharp contours. The single edge, K-98-type, 8 1/2", steel blade with a very fine cutting edge and 95% "bright" finish. The ricasso with a Crown over a ""389" and the opposite side with an "EJ"/"AB" inspector's/acceptance marking. Checkered cylindrical, hollow-form steel grip with a matching steel pommel with a spring lug-release, at its apex. In very fine condition with smooth steel-gray patina, fine checkering and its functioning push-button lug-release. Complete with its original, blued steel (55%) scabbard with "L" No. 3a/125/N. 13 markings, at its base, a ball type forward finial/tip and mounted with an integral frog. In overall very fine condition with smooth steel surfaces and only some light wear. Very fine blade with evidence its original cutting edge, 95% smooth, bright finish and sharp markings: fine smooth grip. A nice example of a World War II Swedish Mauser-Type Bayonet & Scabbard, ca. 1940. Price: $235.00
A FINE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD “AMES” US MODEL 1840 NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER’S SWORD, dtd. 1864: Regulation length,32 ¾”, straight, single edge, spear-point blade with a broad fuller for nearly the full length and a well-defined ricasso. Marked at the base with a "Made by/AMES MFG Co./CHICOPEE." maker's marking, on one side and the other with a sharp "US" and "JF" inspector's mark and an 1864 date. Brass hilt with single-bar knuckle-guard with an untouched mustard patina and a “JF” inspector’s mark. In overall fine untouched condition. The blade retains its original edges with sharp contours, clear markings and 85% bright finish with some isolated patches of surface-discoloration. The cast brass hilt with an integrally cast, kidney shaped, gilt counter-guard and ribbed grip, in imitation of braided wire with a globular pommel with capstan rivet. In fine condition with an untouched mustard-toned patina (No Scabbard). A very nice example of a Civil War Era US Model 1840 Non-Commissioned Officer’s Sword, made by perhaps the most noted Civil War Contractor, N. P. Ames, of Chicopee Falls, Mass, who was provided a Govt. contract for thousands of Swords, during the War. (please see R. Gardner's: "Small Arms Makers", pg. 219). Overall length, 39". Price: $325.00
A FINE COPY OF A US MODEL 1849 AMES RIFLEMAN’S "BOWIE" KNIFE & SCABBARD, ca. 1990: In overall fine artificially aged condition. The 11 3/4", spear-point, thick and heavy, false double edged, steel blade with a fine untouched fake “age patina” and some minor scattered discoloration. The right side of the base with an incorrectly spelled "AMES MFG Co/CABOTSVILLE/1849" marking--- should read “CABOTVILLE”. Two piece walnut grip with three steel tang-rivets and integrally carved downward point pommel with piercing. The cruciform cross-guard with rectangular quillons: marked with cleverly aged “WD” & JWR” “inspector’s marks”. In overall fine artificially aged condition with generally smooth steel, wood and brass surfaces without signs of use or wear. The blade with sharp edges and clear markings. Fine grip with light brown colored surfaces and light/minor handling marks. Complete with its brown/black leather and brass mounted scabbard with smooth supple surfaces and artificially aged patina. A very nice example of an Indian made Modern Day Reproduction of a US Model 1849 Ames Rifleman’s Knife, ca. 1990. Price: $250.00
A GOOD+ WAR OF 1812 PERIOD PATTERN 1796 SWORD & SCABBARD, ca. 1800: In overall good+ to very good, untouched condition. Regulation Pattern 1796, unmarked, double edged, straight, 32 3/4", smallsword-type, steel blade with etched surfaces and a smooth untouched gunmetal patina. The engraving of martial design including a Royal Coat of Arms and a Crown/GR. Retains 55%+ of its polish with very good gray surfaces and scattered light pitting. Regulation, etched and embossed, P. 1796, Gilt brass/bronze hilt with an integral single-bar knuckle-guard, a folding rounded cross-guard and a faceted "pillow" pommel with turned capstan. The hilt/guard in overall very good+ original condition with untouched brass surfaces and 85% gilt finish. Complete with its original, braided silver rope grip-wrap. The blade with smooth surfaces and sharp cutting edges: some scattered light discoloration, nicks and pitting. A very nice example of a War of 1812/Napoleanic War Period English Regulation Pattern Sword. Overall length 39". Complete with its original, somewhat tattered and torn scabbard (missing tip) with crazed brown leather surfaces, various abrasions and some age stains. Price: $1,350.00
A FINE FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD EMBOSSED BRONZE HILT SMALLSWORD, Ex. G. C. Neumann, ca. 1760: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces. Hollow ground, 26 1/4" diamond form blade with a flat rectangular ricasso. Retains 55% of its polish with some scattered light discoloration. Deeply cast and embossed Bronze hilt of typical smallsword form. Complete with its original ball-shaped pommel, double shell-type guard, integral knuckle-guard and braided wire-wrapped grip. Deeply embossed with classic rococo scroll and putti designs. Retains its original braided-wire wrap wooden grip. In overall very fine condition. The blade with smooth surfaces and some isolated patches light discoloration: minor irregularity. A very fine example of French & Indian War Period, English or French Smallsword, ca. 1760. Overall length, 33". From the collection of George C. Neumann and accompanied by a letter of provenance. For similar examples please see, G. Neumann: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: SOLD
A FINE WAR OF 1812 PERIOD BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1810s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, reduced?, triangular-form, flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length: the base with "Dawes" maker's mark and a 5 marking. The collared socket of regulation Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot . Retains smooth gray surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration. In overall very good+ untouched condition with sharp contours, generally and smooth surfaces. A nice example of an untouched Napoleanic War/War of 1812 Period Brown Bess Bayonet. Overall length, 15". Price: $350.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED AMERICAN-MADE COLONIAL/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FOLDING-KNIFE WITH CARVED HORN GRIPS, ca. 1770: In overall very good untouched condition. The 3", slightly working-life reduced, single edged, hand-forged, steel blade with an untouched age patina. Two-piece, incised carved, horn grip-scales, with lightly oxidized aged surfaces, some minor age-stains and signs of use: retains its original iron pins, its brass rear washer and its original back-spring with a simply chiseled upper portion, en suite with the top rear of the blade’s spine. In very good+ untouched condition. The blade with its original sharp cutting-edge with smooth gunmetal gray surfaces and some expected signs of use/wear. Very good grips with smooth, surfaces exhibiting moderate signs of use and wear and nicely executed “folkish” cross-hatch carvings. A very nice example of a classic Colonial Period American-made Folding-Knife, ca. 1770. For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: Swords & Blades of the American Revolution. Overall length, 8” (Open). Price: $875.00
A REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall good condition. Tapered, triangular-form, damaged, 12", flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its length: marked with an "N/3" marking, on its base. The collared socket of regulation Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot. Retains smooth gray-brown surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration. In overall good untouched, as is. An original Revolutionary War Period Brown Bess Bayonet, with possible Battle Related damage to its tip. Overall length, 17". Price: $200.00
AN EARLY FEDERAL PERIOD AMERICAN-MADE NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER'S SWORD, ca. 1790: In overall (net) fair untouched near relic/"Attic" condition. The 28" x 1 3/8", curved, single edge, "back-type" blade with a fuller for 3/4 of its length. In untouched heavily oxidized and pitted condition with dark brown surfaces and some minor nicks to the original cutting edge. Classic American-made, brass hilt with a Federal Period Pillow-type, faceted pommel and a (missing) stirrup-form knuckle guard with a slightly curved upper quillon. Original, fluted, black, horn grip with sharp contours and fine surfaces without cracks or chips. In overall (net) fair untouched "attic" condition. The blade retains its original cutting edge, untouched deeply oxidized surfaces and some minor nicks, from use: possibly marked with an illegible maker's mark, on its base. The hilt with the noted loss of its knuckle-bow and retains a nicely toned "mustard" age patina. Fine grip with smooth, nicely fluted surfaces. A scarce example of a Classic Post Revolutionary War Period American "Pillow Pommel" NCO Sword, ca. 1790. In untouched near relic "attic" condition and purported by the consignor to be a New England "attic" find -- from an 18th century outbuilding. Overall length, 33". For a similar example, please see H. L. Peterson's: "The American Sword 1775-1945", pg. 8 & 9. Price: $500.00
A VERY GOOD NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD GERMAN HORSEMAN'S/CAVALRY SABER & SCABBARD, ca. 1810s: In overall very good+ untouched condition with a curved, 29 1/2", steel "back-type" blade, a single cutting edge, a deep fuller for 2/3 its length, a clip point and a squared ricasso -- at its base. In very good+ untouched condition with 55%+ polish, some scattered patches of discoloration and fine surface pitting. Classic Empire style "D" Guard type hilt with a single, brass knuckle-bow, a rear slot for reigns/tassel and an integral quillon with a curved finial: marked on its langet with a "D M.H.K?" maker's mark. The pommel and grip-strap with matching surfaces: a tight tang "peen". Leather covered (50%), wooden grip with its original cord wrapping: loss of approx. 1/2 of its leather cover. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth silver-gray surfaces, some light scattered pitting/discoloration and its original cutting edge. Complete with its brass mounted black leather scabbard. In matching untouched condition with a very good and sound body, some minor flaking, expected light crazing and loss of its drag. Retains its original brass mounts with matching lightly toned surfaces, en suite with the hilt. The upper band missing its suspension-ring. A very nice and complete example of a Classic, Napoleanic War Period, German, D-Guard, Horseman's Saber & Scabbard, ca. 1810s. Overall length, 34 1/4". Price: $750.00
A VERY GOOD CIVIL WAR PERIOD IMPORT TYPE MODEL 1858 BAYONET, ca. 1860s: In overall very good untouched condition with a dull gray patina and smooth surfaces without significant oxidation. The regulation type, unmarked, triangular-form, hollow-ground, steel blade with matching untouched steel surfaces without any evidence of cleaning: Retains choice smooth surfaces with the expected patches of light discoloration. Integral socket with its original screw-retained locking ring: marked with a "Y/195" "batch or rack?" number. Overall a classic example of an authentic American Civil War Period bayonet, ca. 1860s. Overall length, 20 5/8". Price: $150.00
	A VERY GOOD+ UNTOUCHED US MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR SPRINGFIELD BAYONET & STEEL SCABBARD, ca. 1880s: In overall very good+ untouched condition. The regulation pattern, US marked, triangular, hollow-ground, steel blade with some light scattered discoloration, 75% Blued finish and some fine surface-pitting/discolration. Retains untouched steel surfaces with a lightky stained gunmetal patina. The socket with a collared mouth and its original locking ring and screw. Complete with its original later period (ca. 1880s) type steel scabbard (missing its leather frog and brass clip). Retains matching, untouched, lightly rust-patinated, steel surfaces, en suite with the socket. Overall a nice and complete example of an Indian War Period US Model 1873 Trapdoor Springfield Bayonet & Scabbard, ca. 1880s Price: $125.00
	A VERY GOOD & UNUSUAL EARLY MEXICAN SILVER-INLAYED HILT SABER/CUTLASS, ca. 1840: In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth, dark surfaces and a 26", curved, hand-forged, single-edge, clip-point blade. Very good hilt with 80% of its silver damascened grapevine motif. The blacksmith made, single-edge cutlass-type blade with a flat profile and a large clip-type point. Retains a sharp cutting edge with no evidence of recent sharpening. Finely wrought steel handle with an Eagle-Head Pommel & Snake Cross-guard: of classic Mexican motif. The Eagle-Head pommel with extensive silver damascened feathers, a finely detailed eye and an open beak. Matching Snake-form cross-guard with an open-mouth and a curled-tail quillon. In very good+ condition with a dark and smooth brown patina with most of its silver vine and grape applique: fine original tang-peen with some minor looseness. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth, dark, gunmetal-gray surfaces and some scattered patches of discoloration. The hilt with matching patina and 80%+ of its silver-work. A very good example of a Classic Early Mexican Sword, ca. 1840. Dates to the Mexican American War Period, ca. 1840. Overall length, 31 1/2". An unusual sword with a Classic Mexican "Eagle & Snake" form Hilt. Price: $2,250.00