Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Sheble & Fisher with Scabbard French Holster army corps

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This is a rare Japanese Imperial Guard Officer Visor Cap has a body of light brown/green woven cotton with a fine woven wool cover

Khaki material in very good condition and sheen still present on the to the black patent leather visor

The original elastic straps on the inside of the case have unfortunately broken off

It is contained in an embossed leather covered case

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Sheble & Fisher with Scabbard French Holster army corpsOriginal 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 all brass mounts, a wood with leather wrapped sword grip, and a nice steel scabbard. The leather of the grip is mostly intact, with some