Guns International #: 101998673
Seller's Inventory #: 1473
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Guns International #: 101998673
Category - Collectibles - Civil War
- Military Collectible US
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Seller: greenesgt
Company: Member Since: 7/22/14
First Name: Gregory
Last Name: Rice
State:
Ohio
Zip: 45458
Country: United States
Phone: (937) 684-6659
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Active Listings: 85
Total Listings: 448
Seller Type:Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: Check or Money Orders
RARE 1861 DATED.....US CIVIL WAR AMES M1840 TYPE 2 ...LIGHT ARTILLERY SABER.....LAYAWAY?
Description: S O L D ..........RARE 1861 DATED.....US CIVIL WAR AMES M1840 TYPE 2 ...LIGHT ARTILLERY SABER.....LAYAWAY?..... Civil War Ames Model 1840 light artillery saber, termed Type 2, this type was produced from 1860-1865, features a counterguard without a recess, and its matching metal scabbard has a throat mount similar to the M1860 cavalry saber. The sword features a blade with a pronounced curve and a single wide stopped fuller. The blade is marked "U.S. / ADK / 1861" on the obverse ricasso and "Made by / Ames MFG. Co. / CHICOPEE / MASS." in a correct Ames scroll mark, which was used from 1859-1865. Hilt consists of a brass crossguard, circular qullion, knucklebow marked "ADK" and unmarked slightly domed pommel with a turned wood handle wrapped in leather and secured with double twisted brass wire. The sword is complete with its iron scabbard which features 2 carry rings and drag. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a light gray patina with sharp tip with areas of spotting and scattered blemishes, especially on the reverse. Entire brass hilt including the pommel has acquired rich patina. . Grip exhibits some leather wear with slightly loose brass wire. Scabbard exhibits a chocolate patina with evident areas of pitting and surface rust. 1st year dated weapons are very desireable. S/H $39...2nd Sword ships FREE, with this one! ....Thanks Greg 246-256 SOLD |
Guns International #: 101998673
Seller's Inventory #: 1473
Guns International #: 101998673
Seller's Inventory #: 1473
Guns International #: 101998673
Seller's Inventory #: 1473