US Heavy Cavalry Sabre of 1860.

Gifted Heavy U.S. Cavalry Saber of 1860.

The heavyweight US cavalry saber of 1860



In the American Civil War, two types of sabers were issued to Union cavalry: light and heavy . Although the light version was also popular, the heavy model, nicknamed the Old Wrist Breaker , was considered by many to be the proper saber to carry into battle. Its blade, over 3 feet long, offered much greater reach than most sabers, and its considerable weight gave it excellent strength and leverage. The sturdy brass-handled basket had three struts to protect the hand, and the wire-wrapped leather-covered handle section topped with a sturdy pommel.



For its own version, Cold Steel® was inspired by antique pieces from private collections. The 1055 carbon steel blade is spring-tempered and would pass the British Proof Test (Sword Test). This beautiful sabre comes with a steel sheath with two carrying rings and can therefore be easily attached to the saddle or belt.



1055 carbon steel

The carbon content and relatively low levels of other materials in this steel make it a very stable material, free of the brittleness inherent in most high carbon steels. This steel is ideal for blades that need to have a high impact resistance and is therefore often used for large fixed knives, machetes and swords.



Details:

- Blade material: 1055 carbon steel

- Total length: approx. 105.4cm

- Blade length: approx. 91.4 cm

- Blade thickness: approx. 8.5 mm

- Handle length: approx. 14cm

- Weight: approx. 1134 g

- Includes steel sheath.
- Cold steel® article number: 88hcs







Please note:

This item is only sold to persons over 18 years of age. Please enter your date of birth on our order form. We also require a copy of your ID, driving licence or similar by email, scan, fax or post.





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