British Cavalry Sword, Model 1908, with Metal Scabbard. Category B

Gift of a British Cavalry Sword, Model 1908, with a metal scabbard.

1908 British Cavalry Sword with Scabbard
The 1908 Cavalry Sword was the last service sword issued as standard equipment to cavalry troops of the British Army, at a time when mounted charges had become obsolete and swords were rarely used as close-quarters weapons. However, it was widely considered the finest cavalry sword ever designed and was still in use during the First World War.
The 1908 model and the more sophisticated 1912 model for officers are still used today as the ceremonial sword of British, Australian and Canadian cavalry regiments.
Although this lightweight rapier was capable of effective blows, it was clearly designed primarily for stabbing from horseback and could supposedly reach as far as a lance when held at full arm's length. The long, narrow, stiff blade had a strong, T-shaped spine and a lance-like point that was sharp on both sides to facilitate both thrusting and slashing.
The simple, cup-shaped guard, generously sized, provided excellent hand protection, and the oversized pommel helped balance the blade without compromising the sword's lightness, speed, and maneuverability. Furthermore, the ergonomic pistol grip with thumbhole and diamond pattern ensured good grip and control, automatically positioning the point for striking.
In addition, the sword could be attached to the saddle, a belt, or a bandolier, making it easy to carry.
The beautiful and affordable replica we offer here has a straight, single-edged blade made of EN45 spring steel, which is grooved approximately two-thirds of its length. The unsharpened edge is approximately 1 mm thick. The guard and pommel are made of steel, and the handle is made of hard-molded plastic to mimic the rubber or Bakelite grips of the original models.
The cavalry sword is delivered with a blackened all-steel scabbard with two carrying rings.
This sword is designed as a collector's item or decorative object and is also ideal as an accessory, for example to complete your costume.
Details:
- Material: EN45 spring steel blade (carbon steel, not stainless), steel guard and pommel, hard molded plastic handle
- Total length: approx. 110cm
- Blade length: approx. 91 cm
- Container: approx. 19 cm (handle section with thumb rest approx. 15 cm)
- Maximum blade width: approx. 2 cm (tapers to approx. 0.5 cm towards the tip)
- Blade thickness: approx. 6 mm (tapers to approx. 3 mm towards the tip)
- Cutting edge: approx. 1 mm
- Center of gravity: approx. 11.5 cm in front of the guard
- Includes metal case with carrying rings.
- Weight without cover: approx. 1.26kg
- Weight with case: approx. 1.8 kg
The above specifications may vary slightly from specimen to specimen.
The steel used here is not stainless and may show slight signs of corrosion. We recommend regular maintenance of the blade, for example with Ballistol, a universal oil ideal for preserving steel products.
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