Could you give me you thoughts on this Ottoman blade

[ASPaulding]

I purchased the Ottoman sword recently and have a few questions for the experts. The mounts are silver which I have not yet polished. I can't determine if it is from early 19th or late 19th. Also the mounts have are very loose. Could I get advice on how to secure them again. Thank you for your time.

[Rick]

I'd love to see more pictures, Adam. :)
You're referring to the scabbard, or are parts of the sword loose also? If it's just the scabbard mounts that are loose, I've got a feeling that a re-covering of newer leather may be called for.

Nice looking sword btw.

[ASPaulding]

I'd love to see more pictures, Adam. :)
You're referring to the scabbard, or are parts of the sword loose also? If it's just the scabbard mounts that are loose, I've got a feeling that a re-covering of newer leather may be called for.

Nice looking sword btw.

Thank you, Rick it nice to talk to you again. I am referring to the mounts on the scabbard. I agree the leather definitely needs to be replaced.

[ASPaulding]

Sorry I forgot to load more photos.

[Multumesc]

You are NOT replacing the original skin layer!... please anoint it with castor oil. You can buy it in the pharmacy. Success.

[Interested Party]

You could shim with pieces of paper. I like periodicals with the date and if possible, location of where I am making the modification. I love finding repairs that are traceable. It is like and ester egg for the future.

[kino]

You could shim with pieces of paper. I like periodicals with the date and if possible, location of where I am making the modification. I love finding repairs that are traceable. It is like and ester egg for the future.

Interesting, I like that.

[Interested Party]

Interesting, I like that.

I got the idea while tearing down houses for antique parts in the early 90s and have used it ever since.

[Teisani]

The blade looks like it's from a Prussian M1811 Blücher sabre.

[serdar]

Late 19. century ottoman military sword with french blade.