Pre-Napoleonic grenadier officers sabre.....

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In Spanish blades, acid etch was not used until well into the 19th C.

Perhaps this is a case of a blade that was subsequently enhanced it its appearance?

Best

M

Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

I figured it had been a while Kino. I wish I could offer more on this very attractive sabre, and appreciate your reminding me of the comments.
I think one of the most interesting features here is what appears to be acid etched mofif on the blade of a pre-Napoleonic style sabre.

I hope those out there knowledgable on these French patterns will help out.

All the best,
Jim