Thanks Jim,
Years ago I have owned several of these , the French versions that is, they always intrigued me in any condition.
In France you can still find them but the Napoleonic model is very rare and these swords are very popular as they are collected by Naval collectors, people who like the look of a pirate sword and the classic collectors.
They have this raw look upon them and when you hold them in your hands the balance is so great it feels like your arm got an extensions in the form of a sword, and although they look big they can be used from the wrist to.
Next time I see one I might be tempted again
Kind regards
Ulfberth
