Edged Weapons

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CONFEDERATE OFFICER'S SWORD MADE BY LOUIS BISSONET; THE OWNER OVERSAW THE FIRING OF THE FIRST SHOT OF THE CIVIL WAR

CONFEDERATE OFFICER'S SWORD MADE BY LOUIS BISSONET; THE OWNER OVERSAW THE FIRING OF THE FIRST SHOT OF THE CIVIL WAR

Louis Bissonnet was born in France circa 1837. According to the 1860 Census he was living in Hardin, Texas working as a jeweler. In late 1861 or early 1862 Bissonnet established himself in Mobile,… (870-685). Learn More »

BRITISH MILITARY SARGEANT'S HALBERD 1740 TO 1793

BRITISH MILITARY SARGEANT'S HALBERD 1740 TO 1793

The halberd was a polearm carried by lower-ranking officers in European infantry units in the 16th through 18th centuries. By the early 18th-century the halberd had become a symbol of rank. It served… (1298-08). Learn More »

CLASSIC BRITISH PATTERN 1796 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER

CLASSIC BRITISH PATTERN 1796 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER

This was purchased in the 1970s by this compiler from the relic hunter and collector Mr. Max Day of Fort Erie Ontario, Canada. With it also at that time the consignor also bought a rare Second US… (1284-43). Learn More »

A COLONIAL MADE HALBERD DATING TO THE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR

A COLONIAL MADE HALBERD DATING TO THE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR

This extra-ordinarily rare pole arm was actually made in North America perhaps as early as 1720 but more likely around 1750 with continued use well into the American Revolution. The British/American… (1298-11). Learn More »

A FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR PERIOD HALBERD OR PARTIZAN

A FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR PERIOD HALBERD OR PARTIZAN

The halberd was typically an axe surmounted by a spear while the partizan consisted of a long swordlike spearhead mounted on a long wooden shaft, with protrusions on the sides which aided in parring… (1298-10). Learn More »

BRITISH MILITARY SERGEANT'S HALBERD CONVERTED TO A SPONTOON

BRITISH MILITARY SERGEANT'S HALBERD CONVERTED TO A SPONTOON

The halberd was an axe surmounted by a spear. The spontoon was the spear pointed device or a halberd without the axe.  These polearms were carried by lower-ranking officers and NCOs in European and… (1298-09). Learn More »

MINTY CONDITION AMES MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD

MINTY CONDITION AMES MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD

This is a top-shelf example of the regulation U.S. Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer’s Sword by the premier Ames Manufacturing Company. Preserving lots of the original bright, gold gilt finish on… (881-25). Learn More »

$2,950.00
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AN ARTILLERY LINSTOCK IN THE STYLE OF THE EARLY 18th CENTURY

AN ARTILLERY LINSTOCK IN THE STYLE OF THE EARLY 18th CENTURY

This specialized staff weapon was used primarily to ignite the charge in pieces of artillery. The two lateral projections ending in eagles' heads are actually clips designed to hold the smoldering… (1298-13). Learn More »

A SPONTOON OF GERMANIC ORIGIN; POSSIBLY HESSIAN

A SPONTOON OF GERMANIC ORIGIN; POSSIBLY HESSIAN

The spontoon is a spear pointed pole arm.  These were carried by lower-ranking officers and NCOs in European and Colonial infantry units in the 18th century. They served principally as an instrument… (1298-12). Learn More »

18th CENTURY NATIVE AMERICAN SPEAR OR LANCE OF THE EASTERN WOODLANDS

18th CENTURY NATIVE AMERICAN SPEAR OR LANCE OF THE EASTERN WOODLANDS

Offered is an extraordinarily rare pole arm that was certainly made in North America by a white craftsman for the Indian trade; and no later than the last quarter of the 18th century. When one thinks… (1273-135). Learn More »

$4,500.00
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MODEL 1832 PATTERN SHORT SWORD AND SCABBARD-1834 DATED-WITH HUSE HILT

MODEL 1832 PATTERN SHORT SWORD AND SCABBARD-1834 DATED-WITH HUSE HILT

This is a nice example of the U.S. Model 1832 short sword, dated 1834. Both sword and scabbard are in good condition. Adopted in 1832 for sergeants, musicians, and foot artillery, this pattern was… (2026-1236). Learn More »

REPRODUCTION CONFEDERATE NAVY CUTLASS

REPRODUCTION CONFEDERATE NAVY CUTLASS

A good quality reproduction of a classic Confederate Navy cutlass. This pattern was modeled on the US M1841 Navy Cutlass in the style of hilt and shape of the blade. They are attributed to Frederick… (2025-2372). Learn More »

$95.00
SOLD

US M1816 BAYONET AND REILLY TYPE-I SCABBARD FOR WAIST BELT CA.1841-58

US M1816 BAYONET AND REILLY TYPE-I SCABBARD FOR WAIST BELT CA.1841-58

This is a regulation bayonet for the US M1816 musket, which was produced at Springfield until 1840 and at Harpers Ferry until 1844, but remained in service with conversion to percussion well into the… (2026-1228). Learn More »

M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES – 1865 MANUFACTURE

M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES – 1865 MANUFACTURE

Here is a wartime bookend Ames Manufacturing Company saber of the type issued to Federal horsemen during the American Civil War. Produced at the firm’s factory in Chicopee, Massachusetts this weapon… (2026-1239). Learn More »

US M1855 SABER BAYONET WITH SCABBARD AND FROG – OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM COLLECTION

US M1855 SABER BAYONET WITH SCABBARD AND FROG – OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM COLLECTION

This accouterment is an original Civil War saber bayonet, maker unknown. The total length of the bayonet is 26½” long while the graceful-looking blade itself is 21½” long.  This M1855 saber… (2026-1235). Learn More »

PLYMOUTH WHITNEY M1861 NAVY RIFLE SABER BAYONET BY COLLINS

PLYMOUTH WHITNEY M1861 NAVY RIFLE SABER BAYONET BY COLLINS

This is an example of the saber (or sword) bayonet issued with the US Navy’s Model 1861 rifle. Developed by John Dahlgren in the late 1850s, and nicknamed for the USS Plymouth, on which the ordnance… (2026-1232). Learn More »

$295.00
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SAUERBIER-MADE SCHUYLER, HARTLEY AND GRAHAM M1850 FOOT OFFICER SWORD WITH BLADE-ETCHED PENINSULA CAMPAIGN BATTLE HONORS

SAUERBIER-MADE SCHUYLER, HARTLEY AND GRAHAM M1850 FOOT OFFICER SWORD WITH BLADE-ETCHED PENINSULA CAMPAIGN BATTLE HONORS

This a compelling Model 1850 Foot Officer’s Sword, the regulation sidearm of infantry lieutenants and captains, the company officers who fought beside and governed their men in the front lines of… (1273-38). Learn More »

US M1816 SOCKET BAYONET

US M1816 SOCKET BAYONET

This accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the US Flintlock Musket, Model 1816 longarm. The term ‘angular bayonet’ refers to the type most commonly used by infantry… (2026-1225). Learn More »

$225.00
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BRITISH P1853 SOCKET BAYONET

BRITISH P1853 SOCKET BAYONET

This British-made accoutrement is an original angular socket bayonet made for the Model 1853 Enfield rifle musket. The Enfield bayonet has the distinction of being the first universal issue bayonet to… (2026-1227). Learn More »

VERY NICE PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA OFFICER’S SWORD

VERY NICE PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA OFFICER’S SWORD

Here is a very fine quality, imported 'Knights Head' style sword made for the American militia market. Official regulations in the 1830s through 1840s called for infantry officer swords to have a… (172-3830). Learn More »

$1,100.00
Originally $1,350.00


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CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S GILT BRASS EAGLEHEAD SPURS IN ORIGINAL COLOR

This is a very good condition set of nicely detailed eaglehead spurs with 80 or 90 percent of their gilt finish on the exterior, cast and chased with the outstretched wings making up the entirety of the sidebars. The wing feathers are in raised… (490-6821). Learn More »

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