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“OLD WRISTBREAKER” Civil War U.S. Model 1840 SABER
Guns International #: 100959099 Seller's Inventory #: 30119
Category: Edged Weapons Post 1900 - Collectibles - Civil War
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Description:
“OLD WRISTBREAKER” Civil War U.S. Model 1840 SABER
American HEAVY CAVALRY Sword Based on FRENCH Sabre
Here we present an antique Ames U.S. Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry or Dragoon Saber, nicknamed “Old Wristbreaker”, made in 1851 in Cabotville, Massachusetts. The Model 1840 was the second cavalry saber adopted by the U.S. after the M1833. The M1840 actually reached back further to the French M1822 for its inspiration. It was heavy and made for slashing during the cavalry charge with its swept back blade shape. Its moniker, “Old Wristbreaker”, was quite fitting. It served through the Mexican American War, and even though a new blade was adopted in the Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber, the M1840 saw fighting from both the Union and Confederate points of view.
The condition is very good. The braided wire wrap is still tight and the leather grip wrap is still there, but the leather has cracked with weather and age. The brass guard is dark, as is the iron scabbard. The blade was likely in similar condition before it was polished. Here is a great piece to display.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Blade is 36 inches in length.
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$850
#30119
SOLD