10 results for "1796 Light Cavalry Saber" between $200.00 and $400.00

A fantastic reproduction of a blade remembered as one of the best of its time. Primarily used by British Light Dragoons and hussars, this sword was adopted as the officer's sword in the famous 95th Rifles, and other light infantry regiments. 33" blade. 39 3/4" overall.

This saber was widely used by the British and their Prussian allies under General Blucher in the Battle of Waterloo. The blade was derived from the ferocious Indian Talwar and was reviled by the French who protested its use due to the horribly destructive wounds it inflicted. In fact, this saber was so successful as a cutting weapon, that the German Cavalry continued to use it right up to the beginning of the 20th century! It comes fully sharpened with a wood and leather scabbard

Features a 33.00 in. 1050 high carbon steel blade and a 4.75 in. handle. Comes complete with a wood/leather scabbard with steel fittings. Blade Length (inches): 33.00. Blade Material: Carbon Steel. Carry System: Wood Scabbard Covered in Leather, Black. Handle Material: Black Leather. Overall Length (inches): 37.75.

Whether inspired by the Indian tulwar or the Hungarian szabla, the famous British 1796 pattern light cavalry saber enjoyed great success. This saber was first used by the British army and its Hanoverian allies, and then was adopted by the Prussians under Blucher (whose name became attached to the saber) and also by the early United States army. In fact, this pattern was used by the German army up to the 20th century. This highly accurate and extremely durable replica measures 37 3/4" in length, and...

Product Description New Made Item: This saber was widely used by the British and their Prussian allies under General Blucher in the Battle of Waterloo. The blade was derived from the ferocious Indian Talwar and was reviled by the French who protested its use due to the horribly destructive wounds it inflicted. In fact, this saber was so successful as a cutting weapon that the German Cavalry continued to use it right up to the beginning of the 20th century! A combat quality saber that will pass the...