This heavy cavalry saber, commonly referred to as Model 1840 wrist breaker was one of the military sabers used by U.S. mounted forces before and during the Civil War. Made by the Charles Hammond firm in Philadelphia, the single-edged blade has a pronounced curved with a flat wide back. Saber blade measures 36” long with an integral wide fuller 24” long and a narrow fuller some 16” long. The blade address is marked “C. HAMMOND” on the reverse ricasso. Obverse ricasso plain. The hefty steel blade exhibits a bright finish with scattered areas of light discoloration. Blade has no nicks. Leather washer remains in place.

The heavy, two-branch brass hilt is in very good condition and exhibits a mellow patina. Black bridle leather grips are in very fine condition. The double twisted copper wire is wound around the handle.  Saber has a brass pommel cap in the Phrygian design. The pommel cap and knuckle guard have matching roman (VIII) assembly numbers.

Hefty iron scabbard is unadorned. It wears a dark brown patina.  Both sword mounts are tight and retain the suspension rings.  The thick “Philadelphia” drag shows no wear.

This M1840 cavalry saber appears unissued and with its reasonable price, would complement any collection.  [jet] [ph:L]

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