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U159. M1840 CAVALRY OFFICER'S SABER: This is a P.D.L. Model 1840 Cavalry
Saber. It is in great shape. The hilt has a nice patina; the grip is 100%
shark-skin with twisted dragoon wire.
The 33 7/8” blade retains its original bright finish with crisp etching;
US on one side and the Eagle on the other.
The scabbard has a nice patina, and is dent
free. There is a little movement in the
hilt since the leather washer is all but gone, and there are some minor nicks
to the blade. This is a great looking Officers’ saber! $2300.00
U169. M1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD, MASSACHUSETTS IDENTIFIED: This unmarked imported M1850 Foot Officer's sword is identified to Lt.. Parmenas E. Wheeler of "The New England Guards" "Co. H 24th Massachusetts Infantry. The sword has a brass hilt and what appears to be a German Silver grip with no remaining wire. The 31 1/2" blade is un-etched and has a double fuller. The leather top-stitch scabbard is solid, but has some shrinkage and the drag is loose. On the middle ring mount are two period tags identifying the sword to Lt. Wheeler. With the sword is included a binder with copies of his military history, as well as the units history. Wheeler initially enlisted as an assistant commissary sergeant and was promoted to 2nd Lt. on 1 Aug, 1862 , and to 1st Lt. 7 March 1864. He was mustered out 12 Nov,1864 as 1st Lt. of Company "H." His unit saw service in the battles of Roanoke Island, New Berne, Tranter's Creek, Kinston, Whitehall, Secessionville, Fort Wagner, Port Walthal Junction, Swift Creek Fort Darling, Drewry's Bluff and Petersburg. $2200.00
U180: PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER: This is a very rare version of the cavalry officers saber made by Providence Tool Co. This saber can be identified to this company because of the unique engraving on the hilt. It is hand-engraved with emblishments on the inside and outside branches, outside of the knucklebow, and the pommel cap is engraves with laurel leaves and fancy work. The grip is wood with black leather and double strand wire, which is loose but all there. The grip is worn but complete. The hilt has great original patina. The blade is bright with no major problem, but is not marked. This is unusual because the few other known examples are marked. This could possible be an early version made prior to 1862, which would account for the wear. The scabbard has a dark brown patina and show heavy weather exposer on the drag. This saber is often missing from most cavalry officers saber collections. It came out of Donald Balls collection, and is a great addition to any collection.$2000.00
U203. CHINA MARINE IDENTIFIED USMC M1875 OFFICER'S SWORD: This is USMC M1875 Officer's sword, which is dealer marked "Jacob Reed's Son's," and in outstanding condition. It is only missing one right-side revet. Bezdek's book list "Jacob Reed's Son's" as being in business 1877-1880, but I suspect a little later because the etching on the blade matched the early 20th century. Also, the sword is identified to "Harvey Earl Dahlgren." Harvey Earl
Dahlgren enlisted in 1926 (as a private) and got his commission in 1930. He
served mostly in guard units in the states and briefly was stationed at a NAS. He may have at one point been an aviation student, but volunteered
for China service. While serving in China, he
died of disease (reported as May 27, 1933). He is buried at Arlington
National Cemetery. At the time he was a member of Company ''C'', 1st
Battalion, 4th Marines, MCEF, Shanghai, China.$1200.00
U205. U.S.M.C. M1850 OFFICERS' SWORD: This is
one of the rarest Civil War swords, which is often missing from
collections. It is the M1850 Marine
Corps Officers' sword. In 1859 the Marine Corps adopted the M1850 Foot Officers'
sword to replace the Mameluke sword because of the weak blade, and it remained
the official officer sword up to 1875 when the Corps reverted back to the
Mameluke sword. This sword has a 32
1/4" blade, which the officer had plated to prevent corrosion. It is Horstmann and Iron Proof marked, and
has the number 32 on the spine. The blade
is bright and the etching is light, except for the deep and bold "U.S.M.C."
The hilt has a nice patina and is tight,
and the red leather washer is present. There are no markings or inventory numbers
on it. This indicates that this sword was not an issued item, but private purchased
by an officers. The scabbard is strong with all the brass fitting with
matching patina. A hard swords to find in this condition!$3800.00
U237. NON-REGULATION STAFF & FIELD OFFICERS’
SWORD: This is a high end
Non-Regulation Staff &Field Officers sword. The brass hilt has a rare
design with Lady Columbia hold a shield with “US” on it and Eagle clutching her
staff. This hilt is tight with
Shark-skin grip and triple strand wire.
The blade is Clauberg marked and mirror bright with crisp etching. The scabbard is steel with brass mounts and a
brass drag. This is a rare design and
not often seen.$3700.00
U250. P.S. JUSTICE CAVALRY OFFICERS' SABER: This is an unmarked version if the P.S. Justice cavalry officers' saber. It is a rare saber and not often found; however, when found they often show evidence of being carried during the Civil War. It has been seen by several well known sword dealers and has been confirmed as a Justice Officers' saber. The saber displays great original patina on the hilt and scabbard. The hilt and grip are tight with no movement. The original sharkskin grip is about 90% complete with 100% original wire. The original leather blade washer is present, and the blade is in nice shape showing the expected wear. The scabbard retains all the original brass mounts and throat piece, and the drag displays the expected wear and dings. It has a lot of character! This saber was originally found with a tag identifying it as being carried by a Captain Charles M. Ward, 5th Missouri State Militia Cavalry. A copy of his military history accompanied the saber. Here is an opportunity to add a rare saber to a collection. Also, the last two photos compare this Justice Officers' saber with another one, item U309.$2100.00
U264.
SAURBIER FOOT OFFICERS SWORDS
with US IN THE GUARD: This is an
extremely rare pattern Foot Officers sword made by Saurbier of New Jersey.
It is an unmarked version similar to another I have listed, U249. However, this one has a dark rich brown
patina on the guard with an original metal scabbard with matching patina. The
guard displays the letter "US" in the center of the guard. The
blade is unmarked, but with great etching.
You know it is a Saurbier product because of the large unstopped fuller,
the small fuller, the etching design, the turn-down pommel cap, the recessed
spanner nut, the screw holding the guard, the cast-and-chased pommel cap
design, black leather grip, and trumpet-style scabbard throat.$1350.00
U265. HORSTMANN M1852 NAVAL OFFICERS' SWORD: This is a high quality M1852 Naval Officers with a rare high-end sharkskin covered wooden scabbard. The hilt is tight with white sharkskin grip with triple copper wire. The blade is Horstmann marked with "Iron Proof" on the spine, and the Kings head on the blade. The etching is very deep. The scabbard fittings have all the original screws, and the patina matches the hilt. The sharkskin is perfect on the entire scabbard. Simply outstanding! $3400.00
U268. M1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD - EISENHAUER: This is an outstanding sword with an original
frosty mint blade. It is a M1850 Staff
& Field sword made by Eisenhauer and most likely marketed by Horstmann. The guard is the large design with
"US" in the basket, and both guard and pommel cap are tight. The shark-skin grip is about 50% complete,
and the double copper wire and, red felt washer are original and complete, but
the wire is a little loose. The blade is
simply OUTSTANDING! The etching is
frosty mint and maker marked. The
scabbard is also superb! It is
high-quality steel with all original mounts and screws, and the design used for
presentation sword. A great sword that
would look good in any collection, and reasonable priced.$2555.00
U275. PRESENTATION SWORD to LT. LEWIS REED, 54TH
MASSACHUSETTS: Lewis Reed, was a corporal in the 12th Massachusetts
Infantry, Company G, at Antietam. He was wounded in action in Miller’s
cornfield. He saw action with the 12th at
Chancellorsville and Gettysburg. In July 1863 he accepted a commission as 2nd
Lieutenant in the new 54th Infantry - the famous regiment of black troops
originally under the command of Robert Shaw. The 54th, famous for its assault on Battery Wagner of 18
July 1863, was by then supporting artillery bombardment of Charleston itself.
Soon after, in February 1864, Reed and the 54th were in action at Olustee, Florida, and, with the rest of the Federal force, retired to Jacksonville. In March Reed was promoted 1st Lieutenant, and in mid-April the Regiment was withdrawn by steamship transports from Florida to Morris Island in Charleston Harbor.”
There was some action in the assault on James Island in July, but otherwise the men were assigned tedious siege duties at Charleston. The unit only saw combat again on 30 November at the end of the failed expedition to Honey Hill–where Reed commanded Company I–and finally, in one of the last battles of the War, at Boykin’s Mill on 18 April 1865.
This sword is an Ames M1850 Foot Officers sword presented to Lt. Reed and reads "Presented to Lieut. Lewis Reed by his friends Abington, Mass. November 10, 1863" The sword shows some wear from being carried, but was not abused. The hilt is tight and retains 100% original grip and wire. The blade is bright, frosty and has great etching. The maker marking and the circle with the thin Ames pencil script. It has a metal scabbard which is dent free and shows slight wear on the drag. A binder of historical material and a copy or "a Brave Black Regiment" the history of the 54th Mass. accompanies the sword.;Additional new informationb added. This sword was featured in GaryHendershott.Net - 2008, 140th Civil War catalog page 78.
U282. SAUERBIER TYPE 3, 2nd. VARIATION CAVALRY
OFFICERS SABER: This is a type 3 cavalry officer saber made
by Sauerbier with the smaller guard, US shield at the quillon and two branches
with additional curls. The 32" blade on this saber is simply outstanding
with deep frosty etching "US" "E PLURIBUS UNUM" a "Horse
Head" and the Sauerbier maker marking. The short blade indicates either a
short officer, or possibly a mounted infantry or artillery officers. The scabbard is steel with a bronze trumpet
throat, narrow cast suspension ring mounts and a heavy and deeply cast drag. Simply Outstanding!$3900.00
U283. RARE USMC EAGLE HEAD LEATHER GRIP SWORD: This is one of the rarest
and hardest to find early United States Marine Corps sword in any condition,
and this one is complete with the original scabbard. It was originally a Widmann design. It retains
the original grip and wire. The blade was cleaned and show pitting. The
original scabbard retains all original ring mounts with the top mount designed
with the frog device. Also, on the back
side of the top mound you can see the shadow of the number "104" from
a collector's inventory paint. The
leather was repaired below the second mount.
Again, this is a very rarely seen sword and would be the center piece in
any collection of early American swords, especially a Marine Corps sword
collection.$2475.00
U284. SCHUYLER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM NON-REGULATION
BRITISH CROWN GUARD: At the beginning of the Civil War,
retailers were scrambling to fill the needs of the military, and as a result
many British sword were acquired. These
sword are often seen, but few can be positively identified as being used in the
American Civil war by either side. However,
this sword is the exception and very rare to find. It was retailed by Schuyler, Hartley & Graham, New York. Also, it has great etching to include
"US" "cross US flags" and a great looking American Eagle.
The sword has the brass Prove with a Damascus Star. The guard has the British crown and horn, and
the grip is 100% shark-skin and triple wire.$1450.00
U285.
M1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD: This
is an outstanding M1850 Staff & Field sword with a double marked blade. The sword was assembled by Schuyler, Hartley
& Graham, New York, then retailed by
H. (Hannibal) G. Hamlin Jr. Cincinnati, OH. 1862-1865. The hilt is in outstanding condition with beautiful
chase work, much original gilt, and the original blade washer. The grip is 100%
original shark-skin and twisted wire.
The blade is frosty mint!!! The
scabbard is strong with original mounts, which have a great age patina, and
just the slightest shrinkage. I recently was informed by an Ohio dealer and he has never seen another example of a Staff & Field so marked and that this is a rare sword.$3375.00
U290. TIFFANY
M1840 IRON HILT SABER: This is a Tiffany M1840 Iron Hilt Saber with
its original scabbard. The hilt, as with
the scabbard, has taken on a nice even brown patina. The black leather & wire is original and
very firm and 100% complete, and the original blade washer is in excellent
condition. The blade is strongly marked
Tiffany & Co. New York and PDL on the reverse side. The 35 1/2" blade bright with no rust or
pitting, not mint yet in great shape.
The scabbard is correct with the rivets hole filled in at some time is
the swords history. Often this saber is
selling for $1100 to $1200, but it is available at a much reduced price.$995.00
U297. REVOLUTIONARY WAR - HORSEMAN'S SABER with PIERCED STIRRUP GUARD: Revolutionary War period edge weapons are getting harder to find, but once in a while one will surface for sale. This is a Horseman's saber with pierced stirrup guard. The hilt is tight with great patina and original leather and wire wrap. The 35" curved blade is in great shape with several minor nicks and some minor pitting, but great for its age. The thinness of the blade points to this being a Virginia made saber, which could also mean it saw service in the South during the Civil War. Here is a great opportunity to own a piece of Revolutionary War history! Also, this is a consignment piece so reasonable offers will be considered. So please call! $2750.00
U298. PLYMOUTH RIFLE BAYONET with SCABBARD: This is a Collins & Co. bayonet designed to go with the Plymouth Rifle. This one is complete with the original scabbard. It is Collins' marked and dated 1862 with serial number 160 and the letter "G", which is only 32 away for the serial number on the above musket. It fits the above musket with no problems. $575.00
U300. USMC M1840 NCO SWORD: This is United State Marine Corps M1840 NCO
sword. Not many collectors are familiar with
the history of this sword and often pass it by mistake with they see it at a
show. On initial glance one would
mistakenly think it is just another M1840 NCO sword, but you have to take the
time to look at the blade. The Marine
Corps M1840 sword was authorized from 1859 through 1875 for carry by NCO's and
Musicians, not Staff NCO's. The lengths
varied, but often were between 24" and 26". The scabbard were of various lengths as well and may be
longer then the sword. The important
this to not is that these sword came with a leather scabbard with a brass frog
throat and brass drag. If you find a
metal scabbard or a leather one with inspection marks often for an Ames blade,
then the scabbard is wrong. This one is
a Horstmann made scabbard and is a little longer then the blade, but
correct. It also has the letter
"C" stamped in the drag. The
brass hilt and scabbard mounts have matching patina, and the back clamshell
guard is properly turned down. This is unique to this Marine Sword . The blade has a gray patina and strong
"USMC" and Horstmann etching.
Here is an opportunity to add a rare sword to your collection.
U301. M1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD, ROBY: This is a high quality presentation
grade M1850 Staff & Field sword by Roby.
The hilt retains much original gold wash and is very tight. The grip is 100% original shark-skin and
triple-strand wire. The 31 1/4"
blade has deep etching and is bright, and still has the original leather blade
washer. The scabbard is a killer! It has all the original mounts and the throat
has "US" etch below a presentation shield. Also, the middle mount and drag have
high-grade etching. An all around beautiful
sword.$4250.00
U302. COLLINS - M1850 FOOT OFFICERS' SWORD: This
is a M1850 Foot Officers' sword made by Collins. The hilt retains mush original gold wash and
100% original shark-skin and double strand wire, and it tight. The 31 1/2" blade has the original
leather washer with much original frosting and great etching. The Collins
markings are very strong and dated 1862.
The scabbard is strong, but with crazing and some loss of surface
leather, but it has all original fittings with the screws and no shrinkage. A great sword!$2595.00
U309. P.S. JUSTICE CAVALRY OFFICERS' SABER: This is
an outstanding example of an unmarked version of the P.S. Justice cavalry
officers' saber. It originally was in Kevin Hoffman's collection and I acquired
it from the gentleman who purchased it from him. This saber has a highly ornate hilt with and
etched blade, displays great original patina. The hilt and grip are tight with
no movement. The original sharkskin grip and wire are 100% complete. The
original leather blade washer is present, and the blade is in nice shape
showing the expected wear with faint, but readable etching. The scabbard retains all the original
brass mounts, brass drag and throat piece, and all in great shape! It has
a lot of character! Currently, I have a second example of this style sword,
which is less ornate: Item U250. I have
included two photos for comparison.$2400.00
U288. DAHLGREN
BOWIE BAYONET: This is a rare and hard to find Civil War Dahlgren
bowie bayonet knife with its original scabbard and frog. The knife show some wear, but you can still
see the Ames markings and the inspection marks with the date 1864. The brass grip has great patina with traced
of original finish. The wood is tight
with expected dings, and the locking spring is strong. On the pommel cap you can still see the
initials "DR" and the two pins. The scabbard is very
strong with some crazing and wear, but it is very solid with both brass
fittings; however, the drag is missing the pins. The frog fits like a glove and show use, but
is in great shape! Finding this bowie is
hard, especially with a scabbard. But to
find one complete with the frog is very rare!
$1750.00
U310. RARE HEINISCH BOWIE KNIFE: This is a rare American Bowie knife by the noted American Cutler Rochus Heinisch, of Newark, New Jersey. American Bowie knives are very rare; many times rarer than Sheffield Bowies that dominated the U.S. market place in the early to mid-1800s. Heinish Bowie knives are extremely rare; and according to Bill Williamson, all appear to have been made in the 1850's. There are very few known specimens that have surfaced to date. This Bowie knife measures 13 1/2" in overall length, and is a handful of Knife; a heavy, full sized Bowie weighing nearly a pound (15 oz.). The 8" clip blade x 1 1/16" wide x from 3/32" thick stock has a 4 1/8" false edge on top, with the ricasso being hot stamped, "R. HEINISH". The blade tang extends through the end of the hilt and is capped off with a threaded brass nut. The blade has been period sharpening, and retains it's original blade shape with a full tip. There are no nicks to the blade when running your finger over the edge. There are a few areas of light black spots on the blade, as can be expected, but overall, the blade is in excellent condition. The 3 5/8" wide integral S shaped cross guard and ferrule, as well as the 5 3/8" long birds head hilt, are made from separate Iron castings, and the cross guard and hilt are tight and rigid. The hilt is incised with dozens of lozenge shaped indentation's that appear to have been ground into the hilt to help with the grip of this heavy Bowie, and slightly lighten it. There are good traces of the original black Japanning inside these incisions. This knife was located in California, which accounts for the scabbard. It is not original to the knife, but is a 19th century scabbard for a California knife. A nearly identical Heinish Bowie knife with a 12 5/8" blade and brass mounted sheath sold in an April 2006 auction for $9,080 (around $10K including buyer's premium, tax (S/H).
In the famous William R. Williamson article on Heinish Bowies, he states that the name of R. Heinisch can be added to the select little group of American cutlers who made Bowie and fighting type knives of quality.He writes about Rochus Heinish, Jr. (son of New Jersey cutler Rochus Heinish Sr,) who was a Lieutenant in Company A of the Union forces during the U.S. Civil War. As an officer of the 26th Regiment of New Jersey Infantry Volunteers, he was involved in a charge of Confederate forces by crossing the Rappahannock river, 3 miles south of the town of Fredericksburg, Virginia, on June 5th, 1863. A copy of this article from the Gun Report in 1972 will be provided to the purchaser of this Bowie knife. Here is an oppurtunity to own a Rare American made Civil War period bowie knife. A nearly identical Heinish Bowie knife with a 12 5/8" blade and brass mounted sheath sold in an April 2006 auction for $9,080 (around $10K including buyer's premium, tax (S/H). $5250.00
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