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U.S. Civil War M1860 Light Cavalry Saber

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
U.S. Civil War M1860 Light Cavalry Saber
Very desirable maker. A Model M1860 cavalry saber manufactured by the Mansfield & Lamb Company out of Forestdale, RI in 1865. The sword has a 35", curved, fullered blade that features the makers mark on the ricasso and "U.S., 1862", and inspector G.W.C. is on the reverse. The guard is cast in brass, original leather washer intact. The hilt is wrapped in black leather with full wire wrapping intact. Overall good condition with small bend to the tip of the blade, the blade has areas of dark patina, no pitting or nicks, nice mellow patina to the brass. Feint inspectors initials on the pommel. Markings are crisp/clear. No Sscabbard.