Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The weapon was apparently later

The weapon was apparently later sold ti Siam/Thailand

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The hilt is fully covered in old dirt

but they continued to be worn by some troops until the end of the war

The grip scales do show some wear and light chipping

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The weapon was apparently laterOriginal item: Only One Available. This heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, and was the principal cavalry saber used until the Model of 1860 was introduced. As such it was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. The sword has all brass mounts, a wood with leather wrapped sword grip, and a nice steel scabbard. The leather of the grip is partly intact, as the leather