A Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Sabre/Sword
Stock Number: 50186
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A classic British Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry sword, with it's scabbard
Period
1796 -1815
Dimensions
See Text
Geographical area
UK and Ireland
Description
A very good surviving example of this classic British Cavalry attack sword, as carried in many famous conflicts, eg. The Peninsular Wars, Waterloo, and is probably more popular than the Heavy Cavalry. The main difference, is that the Light, had a curved blade, and the Heavy, a straight. It was found that a curved blade was more effective as a slashing weapon when carried on a horse.
This example has a 34 ” blade, undamaged, and still showing some of the etched patterns and motifs, although now fading.
There is some staining, but no obvious major pitting. The hilt is standard with a wire bound leather grip.
Complete with an original steel scabbard, in vg condition, with stains and minor superficial pitting of age. There are 2 original ring hangers to complete this outfit. O/a length 38″.
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Dealer information
Millais Antiques
I have dealt in Antique Arms and Armour for about 35 years, and my interest began as a school boy during the 2nd WW.
After leaving my home town of Leicester, I went to University, and qualified as a Dental Surgeon at Guys Hospital in 1961 .
My main interests are British and North American Arms of the 18th, 19th,and early 20th Century, plus a few Continental items.
It was 14 years ago that I retired from Dentistry. However, I have continued running my Antiques business, initially while still in practice, and now make most of my sales online, but still exhibit at a number of specialized Antique Arms and Militaria Fairs eg .. Bisley, Bristol, and also at the IACF Fairs, at Ardingly, Sussex.
I also deal in Period Scientific Instruments, mainly of a military association, and have a full listing on www.fleaglass.com.
