It is starting to look as if I will never get my camera up and running, so I'll post some manufacturer pics of my America Revolutionary War Cavalry Saber.
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American Revolution Saber - 500872
American Revolution Saber
Circa 1775: The American Colonists were, like most of Europe, amorous of the dashing French Hussar. The handmade hilt of this American saber reflects their admiration of the 1700's French style. This well-balanced, fast sword was designed for the mounted fighter. Solid steel hilt with spiral pattern carved hardwood grip is married to an effective 1085 high carbon, well tempered blade. Comes with black leather scabbard with steel mounts. This attractive sword can be seen in the book ''Swords and Blades of the American Revolution'' by O.C. Newmann.
Overall Length: 39 3/4'' Blade: 33 7/8''
Weight: 1 lb 15.4 oz
Edge: Razor Sharp
P.O.B.: 6 5/8''
Thickness: 4 mm - 3.5 mm
Width: 33.1 mm
Grip Length: 3 7/8''
Pommel: Peened
In addition to the saber, I will have a Cold Steel naval Dirk by week's end. i don't know if it should be here or in the big knife thread, but I'll post it here.
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Cold Steel Naval Dirk - CS88ND
Cold Steel Naval Dirk
During the golden age of sail, the Naval Dirk was a common sight on port town streets or on the windswept quarterdecks of a British Man of War. Worn daily by young mid shipmen and officers alike, it was often beautifully made and richly decorated. It was never simply a fashion accessory though; it was a very dangerous and lethal weapon. At sea, it made for a very effective slashing or stabbing tool that could be used independently or in combination with a cutlass, sword or saber.
The Cold Steel Naval Dirk features a sharpened, double edged, 1050 high carbon steel blade with a wide fuller and a thick spine for strength. To protect one’s fingers and to serve as an aid in parrying, it comes with a generous solid brass cross guard. The traditionally styled polished black horn grip is attractively ornamented with a brass pommel and matching spacers. Handsomely crafted and ready for battle, the Cold Steel Naval Dirk comes complete with a wood lined leather scabbard. The scabbard includes a decorative brass throat and chape as well as a carrying ring.
Overall Length:21 7/8'' Blade:16 1/2''
Weight: 1 lb
Edge: Very Sharp
P.O.B.: 1 3/4''
Thickness: 5.4 mm - 4.2 mm
Width: 31.6 mm
Grip Length: 4 15/16''
Pommel: Peened
If any of you guys have a hankering for a Naval Dirk, but have balked at the near $200.00 price tag, you'd best hurry over to The Kult of Athena website.
http://www.kultofathena.com/product.asp ... Naval+Dirk. Cold Steel has discontinued the Navak Dirk and is selling off the remainder at $189.99. Kult of Athena has them in stock and is selling them for $104.95. You'd better hurry before they sell out. i don't think there will be any more.
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