This is a Model 1840 N.C.O. sword in excellent condition. These swords were carried by Federal non-commissioned officers as a sign of authority in the ranks. Sword is approximately 39” long and has a beautiful leather scabbard. The 32” long straight sword blade is mirror bright with no nicks. The ricasso bears a typically light Ames Mfg. Co. / Chicopee, Mass. stamp on one side and a stronger “U.S. / AHC / 1863” on the other. The sword’s brass hilt features a simulated wire-wrap grip, a double shell-style guard, and a single-branch knucklebow.  Inspector’s initials (ADK) are found on the knucklebow.

Black leather scabbard is in excellent condition; with no breaks or folds. No cracking or crazing to the surface finish. Edge tooling on one side and complete, tight stitching on the other. Fitted with brass drag and throat.  The drag shows one small dent and the inspector’s initials (AHK) are found on that piece. One of the two brass brads is missing from the drag. Brass throat is complete and all brass shows a nice mellow color.

A fine Civil War NCO sword with a beautiful scabbard.   [jet] [ph:L]

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