British Light Cavalry Sabre - 1796 Pattern

Officer of the British Army personal purchase of this fine engraved bladed 1796 pattern sabre, the blade has become tarnished, and the leather scabbard shows its age the stitching has decayed overtime, the blade would restore as no rust showing on this beautiful engraved blade, Famed for its use by Britain’s Light Dragoons and Hussars during the Peninsular War and Waterloo, this sword was also supplied to the Prussian Cavalry in great numbers and even found favour in the USA. This design was suggested for British service by cavalry officer John Gaspar Le Marchant, who believed cavalry swords should be light and have a curved, slashing blade. We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection personal cheques or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing lay-by payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Reference: FRGC