Original French Model 1816 Restoration Pattern Light Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - dated December 1820 Pirate Flags The Japanese forces were heavily

The Japanese forces were heavily entrenched on the islands they held

a large number of which were purchased by the surplus dealer Schuyler

the Single Action Army

we have not been able to identify the group of men

We would definitely consider this to be an "All Matching" example

Original French Model 1816 Restoration Pattern Light Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - dated December 1820 Pirate Flags The Japanese forces were heavilyOriginal Item: Only One Available. First issued after the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte in 1815, this rare model of sword was the "Restoration Pattern" for King Louis XVII. These were interestingly issued with a 36 inch long Prussian style "Pipe Back" blade, as opposed to the standard fullered types usually used by France. This style of blade was not well received at all, proving to be quite unpopular. It was replaced relatively quickly by the model