December 10-13, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/10/2024
Classic saber used by British rifle and light infantry officers on campaign, c. 1805-1815. Curved flat sided blade with 7" false edge. Iron birds head reverse-P hilt with half-langets. Horn grip with fluting. Complete with its original steel scabbard. CONDITION: Blade retains its original bright polish, a few minor nicks to cutting edge, some minor dark spots. Blade tight to hilt. Hilt retains a mostly brown patina, grip shows some scattered chipping. Scabbard retains a spotted brown patina and was cleaned long ago.