Original U.S. Civil War M-1840 Light Artillery Officer's Saber with Scabbard - Dated 1863 Barrels His basic design was based

His basic design was based upon a pivoting breechblock

the OD Green color on these varies somewhat

Thehospital insignia maintains approximately 99% of its original paint and remains bold visible and easy to see

It comes complete with some very nice Koshirae (fittings)

Barrel Length: 34 1/2 inches

Original U.S. Civil War M-1840 Light Artillery Officer's Saber with Scabbard - Dated 1863 Barrels His basic design was basedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a Civil War Model 1841 Light Artillery Officer's Saber, straight out of an old collection. There are still markings on the 32" curved bright steel blade. The sword measures 38" overall, and has a brass "D" guard enclosing brass wire bound leather hand grip. Comes complete with a curved Nickel plated steel scabbard with two hanging rings. The blade does not appear to have any maker