Armoury's Mark?

[celtan]

Hi Jim,

Thanks for the assist. The blade in question is a US M1840 Heavy Cavalry sabre, probably made in Solingen. The kind imported in 1838 and nicknamed "Old Wrist-Breaker".

When I bought it, it was labeled as being part of the first batch imported for evaluation by the US.

I found the mark? accidentally a couple weeks ago, while cleaning the blade from the unsightly old brown preservation goo.

Interesting tidbit, isn't it? Wakes up the old Sherlock Holmes hiding within all sword collectors

Remember the old Danish Hussar Saber?

: )

Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

Hi Manolo,
I didnt notice your post on this....I'm assuming you're referring to the U.S. M1840 cavalry sabre? Any chance of a full shot, and the location of the 'mark' , any other markings on it?
I'd sure like to help if I can.
All the best,
Jim