Model 1860 Union Cavalry Officer Saber
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$249.95
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Overall Length
- 39 1/2''
- Weight
- 2 lb 2 oz
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- American
- Era
- 19th Century
Overview
Model 1860 Union Cavalry Officer Saber
The Model 1860 Union Cavalry Officer Saber features a hand forged, British military spec, carbon steel blade that will flex over 20 and return to true. The leather handle is wire wrapped. The brass, 3-branch guard is nicely hand chased and engraved, as is the brass pommel. Blade is beautifully etched with ''U.S.,'' and ''E Pluribus Unum,'' along with foliage and military trophies. Steel scabbard has brass throat, rings and drag.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Windlass Steelcrafts
- Culture
- American
- Era
- 19th Century
- Pommel
- Peened
- Overall Length
- 39 1/2''
- Blade Length
- 33 3/4''
- Weight
- 2 lb 2 oz
- Edge
- Unsharpened
- P.O.B.
- 6 1/2''
- Thickness
- 6.5 mm - 4 mm
- Width
- 28.7 mm
- Grip Length
- 3 7/8''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
- Type
- Saber
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q Is the blade sharpened? Common Question
No. It is listed as unsharpened.
Q What materials are used in the sword and fittings? Common Question
Carbon steel blade, leather-wrapped grip with wire, brass 3-branch guard and brass pommel; steel scabbard with brass throat, rings, and drag.
Q How does it handle and balance? Common Question
Point of balance is about 6.5 inches from the guard, giving a lively yet authoritative saber feel.
Q Is it suitable for reenactment or display? Common Question
Classed as battle ready with durable construction; suitable for reenactment where unsharpened blades are required and for display/collection.
Q What are the key dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length approx. 39.5 inches; blade length approx. 33.75 inches; weight about 2 lb 2 oz; blade width 28.7 mm; thickness tapers from about 6.5 mm to 4 mm; grip length about 3.875 inches.
Q How is the blade finished? Common Question
Bright polished carbon steel with etched motifs including 'U.S.' and 'E Pluribus Unum', foliage, and military trophies.
Q What is the construction of the hilt and grip? Common Question
Leather-wrapped wood grip with spiral wire; brass 3-branch guard and a peened brass pommel.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Made in India by Windlass Steelcrafts.
Q Any care recommendations? Common Question
Keep the carbon steel blade lightly oiled; avoid moisture on leather and brass; wipe fingerprints after handling and store dry in or out of the scabbard as preferred.
Q Does it include a scabbard? Common Question
Yes, a steel scabbard with brass throat, rings, and drag.
The Maker
Windlass Steelcrafts
Windlass Steelcrafts not only creates props, clothing, and accessories to customers and popular TV productions, but also military supplies to governments across six continents – a testament to their expertise and quality. Their weapons, armor, shields, clothing and accessories are top notch quality for a price you can’t beat.
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1860 union officer saber Great sword!!! Well balanced and made with good taper to avoid whippiness. The engraving looks much better in person than it does in the pictures, which is good because i though they might look cheap. However mine has some issues, the blade is curved to the left and the scabbard fits very loose so that the sword falls out if upside down and rattles when moving. I think most arent like mine from experience seeing others and you should buy this with confidence, it truly does seem well built, especially for the price.
Light but Powerful ….. Looks GREAT like a real officers’ sword I am going to be short .
This saber is very-good …… It does not deserve less than 4-5 stars .
I give it 5 ….. because to get a better one
sure as death you will need a lot more money .
It is lighter than similar swords but
strange as it may seem this sword cuts better .
Lighter but a better cutter … what do you want more ??
It looks gorgeous, I mean when you take it out of its scabbard …
with its etching that look better than in the picture !
The scabbard has
some nice-golden fixing and aristocratic details too .
When you handle it ,
although lighter than the NORMAL-version
this officer-saber makes you feel its deadly power
if you should land a blow on someone’s head or body .
Its tip is very pointy[careful] …. even in the not sharpened version
Scabbard is robust aristocratic and a weapon itself .
It should cost twice as much at least…. at least .
Beautiful sword. Feels good in the hand and well balanced. Very sharp. Great deal for the cost.