EW013
Nice condition M1840 heavy cavalry saber. This saber is an unmarked German import. These fine swords were used by both Confederate and Union troopers and this one would be good for either a CSA or USA display. The sword's blade is in excellent condition with good factory finish still present. Grip has tight wire and only minimal wear to the leather. All fittings are tight and brass has even mellow patina. Fits scabbard perfectly and retains original leather washer. Great wall hanger that won't break the bank. $510.00
EW014
Ames 1863 dated M1860 light cavalry sword. This one has seen some action and is a great mid-war production date. Sword is tight and in good condition. I have not cleaned it up, although you could, but I like the aged patina on this one. Brass has even dark mellow patina from years of storage. Blade has crisp and strong Ames marking along with very crisp US mark, inspector's mark (DR for David Rice, Army Sub Inspector 1835-1863) and date of 1863. Pommel cap is also appropriately marked DR. Scabbard is an Ames and fits the sword wonderfully, its has mellow brown in patina and take a look at the drag--it is well worn showing period use!. Sword retains original washer and it's blade is even gray patina with a few very minor edge nicks and good tip. Grip has original tight wire and retains about 90 percent of the leather. You can see wear down to the wood right where the hand guard connects to the pommel. This is a great Ames product that saw action. Got a deal on this one, so passing it along. $620.00
EW012
Very nice M1850 foot officers sword presented to 2LT Lyman A. Powers, CO F, 42nd Massachusetts Infantry. A resident of Spencer, MA, where he worked as a bootmaker (later owning his own shop) 31-year-old Powers enlisted as a 2LT on 9/12/1862 in the nine month 42nd Mass. He mustered in on 9/30/1862, about the time when his friends in Spencer probably presented him with this silver handled M1850 foot officers sword. He served until 8/20/1863 when he was mustered out at Camp Readville, MA. During his term of service the 42nd was deployed to New Orleans and the deep South serving in the 19th Corps during action at Brashear City, LA, La Fourche Crossing, LA and other small skirmishes in lower LA. Powers was later commander of the GAR Clara Barton Post in Spencer Mass. The sword itself is a good representation of an upgraded M1850 foot officers made by Clauberg and so marked. The hilt is slightly larger than you find on most and exhibits deeper casting and a good amount of gold wash still present. The handle is Silver with deep copper inlaid wire. It is expertly engraved and a very pleasing patina. (Could be cleaned but I won't do this). The blade is unique in that it was never etched. My guess is the folks that presented this sword simply ran out of money and chose not to engrave the blade. The scabbard is typical side stitched black leather as you often find on line officer's swords, it may have at one time been expertly refinished. The mounts are plain, with the upper mount displaying the engraving, which reads "Presented to L. A. Powers Co. 42nd Mass by his Friends Spencer" Sword is complete and tight, still has original washer and fits the scabbard perfectly. This sword recently surfaced to market and comes with a wealth of research on Powers including his pension records, and information concerning his post-war business as a boot maker. He was obviously very well respected in his community. Good solid sword that no doubt is the one he carried--a serviceable presentation piece. $2475.00
EW010
Wonderful condition Ames M1840 NCO sword with perfect scabbard. This sword is factory new with bright blade and mint scabbard. Scabbard has no weak spots and no creases or bends, in perfect condition. Brass hand guard and scabbard mounts display nice looking mellow patina. Blade is cleanly stamped Ames Mfg Co Chicopee Mass in scroll, and is dated 1864 with GW inspector mark and US. All markings bright and crisp. You would be hard pressed to upgrade from this one. $575.00
EW013
FANTASTIC M1850 Foot Officers Sword. Nice French made blade and top stitched scabbard. All brass is bright and retains a good portion of original luster and gilt. Grip is 100% comprised of twisted brass wire and covered in sharkskin. Grip is in great shape. The blade measures 32 inches and is engraved on both sides. US plus military motifs on one side, full spread eagle on the other. SUPER condition to the etchings, US side retains almost 90 percent frosting and lust re, Eagle side retains about 80 percent. Etching is typical to Ames type swords. Scabbard fits tight to sword and is in good unbroken condition, typical French top stitching with all brass mounts still bright. No nicks on the blade. Made and assembled by Chatellerault, Klingenthal most likely by F. Delacour, Paris. This is a super sword that you will be very well pleased with. Hard to upgrade from this one. $1050.00
