A Piece of U.S. History

Jim McDougall · 3rd December 2016, 09:22 PM

Just notes for readers on the actual American M1808 cutlass.

These were a contract to Nathan Starr, and only 1000 ordered. They were the first departure from the familiar 'figure 8' or double disc form with its full sheet guard.
The example of OP appears to be by Gill, British maker Birmingham England.

References:
"Boarders Away" Gilkerson, p.96
"The American Sword 1775-1945" Peterson, p.52
"Small Arms of Sea Services" Rankin, p.45

3rd December 2016, 09:22 PM	#6
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,194	Just notes for readers on the actual American M1808 cutlass. These were a contract to Nathan Starr, and only 1000 ordered. They were the first departure from the familiar 'figure 8' or double disc form with its full sheet guard. The example of OP appears to be by Gill, British maker Birmingham England. References: "Boarders Away" Gilkerson, p.96 "The American Sword 1775-1945" Peterson, p.52 "Small Arms of Sea Services" Rankin, p.45 Attached Images