British 1796 Heavy Cavalry Sword

Specifications Blade distal taper: 9/32” thick at hilt, 1/16” thick 1” from tip Blade length (in): 35" Blade steel: 1065 high carbon steel Edge: Sharpened Overall Length (in): 39-1/2" Weight: 2 lbs, 6 oz DescriptionAlso known as Sharpe’s Sword, and made famous by a mid 90’s British tv series, the 1796 heavy Cavalry Sword was used by British Lifeguards, Royal Horse Guards, Dragoon Guards and Dragoons through the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. It was directly copied from the Austrian Pallasch 1769 heavy cavalry sword. British cavalry officer John Le Marchant attentively made drawings of the weapons carried by the Austrian cavalry during the Low Countries Campaign in 1793-95, and likely was involved in the recommendation of this pattern to his superiors. Notable for its use at Salamanca and Waterloo. Technically the 1796 heavy cavalry sword is a backsword, defined as a sword with a straight blade with one cutting edge and a spine (the "back") thickened for most of its length to give added strength. In fact, this a not a delicately maneuverable sword by any stretch of the imagination, and gained favor as a bludgeoning weapon. Troops also used the guard as a knuckle duster. The blade is forged with a single broad fuller on each side. The grip is of ribbed leather. The basket guard has ears which are riveted through the tang of the blade to give the hilt and blade a very secure connection. The hilt combines a disc guard pierced with 2 semicircular and 6 oval holes, with a single knucklebow and two slim 2" long langets (projections from the guard, which grip the throat of the scabbard) extending from the front of the guard. Arrives sharpened and includes steel scabbard. Buyers must check with their local laws to determine the legality of all items ordered. We assume no responsibility for any harm or injury resulting from the sale, trade, use or handling of any product purchased from us. Note: You Must be 18 Years Old or Older to Purchase Knives, Swords and Daggers. Please note: The manufacturer and the seller holds no sympathetic regard toward Nazis, fascists, or other neo-political parties, past or present. This product is intended for historical purposes only. RETURN POLICY IF A PRODUCT IS FOUND DEFECTIVE BY THE BUYER, RETURN IS ACCEPTABLE ON THE CONDITION THAT IT IS UNUSED AND IS IN ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION WITH ALL TAGS AND ACCESSORIES. BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE TO INFORM US WITHIN 7 DAYS AFTER THE RECEIPT OF ORDER AND REQUEST US TO OBTAIN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER (RMA) BEFORE RETURNING THE ITEM MUST RETURN THE ITEM WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER OBTAINING THE RMA. ITEM MUST BE IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND ACCESSORIES. THE ORIGINAL SHIPPING AND HANDLING FEE PAID IS NON-REFUNDABLE AND BUYER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RETURN SHIPPING. IF A RETURN IS MADE FOR ANY OTHER REASON IT IS SUBJECT TO 20% RESTOCKING FEE AND A REFUND WILL BE MADE BY DEDUCTING THE ORIGINAL SHIPPNG FEE AND THE 20% RE-STOCKING FEE IF APPLICABLE