Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Royal Air Force James's Palace in London

James's Palace in London

5”Shoulder to sleeve: 24”Shoulder to shoulder: 16”Chest width: 20”Waist width: 19”Hip width: 21

live barrel dated 6-43 (August 1918) together with BATF approved De-militarized receiver

for 40 years of service

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Royal Air Force James's Palace in LondonOriginal 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 mostly intact, but a small bit of