Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1848 - One of 3,800 Category_Brunswick Guns This example was excavated in

This example was excavated in Fredericksburg

The medal ranked in order of precedence below the American Defense Service Medal and above the American Campaign Medal

indicated by:

replacing the P-1742

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1848 - One of 3,800 Category_Brunswick Guns This example was excavated inOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a very good original U. S. Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber manufactured by Ames Manufacturing Company and dated 1848. Commonly known among collectors as the Wrist Breaker because of its substantial weight and powerful blade, the saber retains its leather covered grip, complete twisted brass wire wrap, three branch brass guard, original leather blade buffer, and heavy steel scabbard with both suspension rings.