Western Europe, Italy, late 19th to early 20th century CE. A heavy iron and wooden grip cavalry saber, likely a model dating from 1871 to 1909. The single edge blade has a fuller running along the lengths of both sides and a rounded thick spine, the ricasso is stamped "MA." The wood grip is protected by a basket hilt, flaring knuckle guard marked "C18," and the steel over the wood grip is marked "F5537." The weight of this weapon makes it ideal for wielding while on horseback and this was a weapon intended for battle and conflict rather than parade, and this type was even used during the WWI era. Size: 41.5" L x 5" W (105.4 cm x 12.7 cm); blade: 35.5" L x 1" W (90.2 cm x 2.5 cm)

Provenance: Private Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA collection

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#174005

Surface pitting and abrasions to steel on hilt and nicks to blade, and area of russet patina on blade tip. Intact and very good condition. Marks on hilt and blade are legible.