Boyle & Gamble Cavalry Saber
Item #: AA3203
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This is a Confederate Boyle & Gamble Cavalry saber from the Civil War. The sword measures 41 3/4" overall, with a blade length of 35". The blade is slightly curved with a flat spine and measures 1 3/16" at the ricasso. It is a single edged blade with an unstopped fuller that measures 28". The edge of the blade is free of nicks or dings. The blade has a light steel gray patina with a couple of small spots of light pitting. It still has a bit of shine left to it! The blade is unmarked, but this one is without a doubt a Richmond product of Boyle & Gamble. The blade has never been sharpened. The brass hilt has a beautiful, untouched dark chocolate patina, with a hint of that Confederate "red brass" tint showing through. On the back side of the guard, at the top, the number 51 has been stamped into the brass. The original leather washer is still intact and the blade is still tight on the grip. The wooden grip is completely covered with the original oil cloth wrap. The single strand of iron wire is complete and still tight on the grip. The brass pommel cap has the "high hat" feature found on these Confederate swords. The peen appears to be unmolested. The hilt, pommel cap and blade are all very tight, and there is only a slight deflection when handled. The scabbard is made of copper and has a brass throat and mounts. There is a small hole in the top of the scabbard just above the top mount. The mounts show obvious wear from the suspension rings, so this one didn't just hang around in camp! Overall this is a very nice example of a no frills, Confederate manufactured Cavalry saber that saw service during the Civil War. It will complement any Confederate Cavalry collection.
Shipping Weight:
5 lbs
Item # AA3203
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