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Post by spineynorman on Jan 30, 2021 18:59:38 GMT
I know what I've got here is a Pattern 1827 Rifles with an 1845 blade. What puzzles me is aside from a proof slug that I believe is Solingen the blade is completely plain, no etching says sergeant's sword but no inspection, regimental or makers marks makes me think Civil war export. The only other mark i can find is what I believe is a Schnitzler and Kirschbaum stamp on the drag. Perhaps there are others I'm missing as the hilt and scabbard were painted black at some point. Am I even close here? Thanks in advance :-)
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Post by spineynorman on Jul 17, 2022 14:26:47 GMT
Bueller?
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Post by jimmythedonut on Jul 17, 2022 19:39:12 GMT
No etching is not uncommon for a "combat" sword and there may be a survivorship bias in that the nicer swords belonged to more wealthy people and were better preserved. It could be that the officer simply did not care for swords, such is their prerogative so long as the guard is correct and it looks nice and shiny in formation. IIRC in-era Henry Wilkinson noted that some 90% of blades came from Germany, which seems a far cry from the predominantly British-made selection that survive today. I really cannot give you any solid answer but I would also recommend reaching out and posting this on the IASC facebook page, they may be able to help you there.
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