Original U.S. Civil War Model 1860 Light Cavalry Sword by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1864 Flags & Signs including the 1943 American Copy

including the 1943 American Copy

It was judged ideal for police and assault units and in the beginning of 1941 small orders were placed for the Carabinieri (military and civilian police)

both classic features of early gun making

Pioneered the 12-plane formation that became standard during 1944

at least half of these losses were due to accidents

Original U.S. Civil War Model 1860 Light Cavalry Sword by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1864 Flags & Signs including the 1943 American CopyOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of the principal cavalry saber used in the U. S. Civil War of 1860 1865. It features all brass mounts, a wood with leather wrapped sword grip and fully intact bound brass wire wrap, and a nice steel scabbard. The leather of the grip is intact, as is the washer on top of the guard, however they are deteriorated somewhat by age. The curved 35 inch blade's ricasso is marked on one side with