German Sidearm

templarnight · 9th January 2013, 10:23 AM

Hi Forum

Can anyone help ID the markings on this early 19th century Sidearm?

M ELEY · 11th January 2013, 02:35 AM

Not sure of markings, but time period is earlier. Circa 1760-90's. This pattern could be German, but also possibly English?

PClemente · 12th January 2013, 12:25 AM

Hi,
Looks like you might have a nice find here. I agree with the assessment it is pre-1800. In fact it looks to me like a mid-18th century infantry sword, very similar to the model 1742 English Infantry Sword pattern that was popular in the 7 Years War (French & Indian War here in the States, or should I say colonies). The various markings appear to be regimental notations, and it was apparently reissued to a different regiment. Besides England, other European nations used similar patterns at the time.

hbhansen · 12th April 2013, 10:18 PM

13.L.I.B.1.C. = 13 Linie Infanteri Battalion 1 Compagni.
HR.B.15 = Holstenske (infanteri) Regiment 2. compagni (serialnumber) 15
7.R.8C.19 = 7. Regiment 8. Compagni (serialnumber) 19

All Danish stamps....

It should be here:
https://www.arma-dania.dk/public/tim...vaben_list.php

Best
HB

M ELEY · 14th April 2013, 04:24 AM

Wow! HB, this is an outstanding link/site for Danish weapons. I find these types fascinating, as many are distinctive for their nation, while others mimic other Euro patterns. Thanks for posting it!
Mark

hbhansen · 14th April 2013, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M ELEY

Wow! HB, this is an outstanding link/site for Danish weapons. I find these types fascinating, as many are distinctive for their nation, while others mimic other Euro patterns. Thanks for posting it!
Mark

Yes it's a great reference site. I use it myself all the time, since I collect Danish blades.
Best
HB

9th January 2013, 10:23 AM	#1
templarnight Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 87	German Sidearm Hi Forum Can anyone help ID the markings on this early 19th century Sidearm? Attached Images

12th April 2013, 10:18 PM	#4
hbhansen Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Denmark Posts: 89	13.L.I.B.1.C. = 13 Linie Infanteri Battalion 1 Compagni. HR.B.15 = Holstenske (infanteri) Regiment 2. compagni (serialnumber) 15 7.R.8C.19 = 7. Regiment 8. Compagni (serialnumber) 19 All Danish stamps.... It should be here: https://www.arma-dania.dk/public/tim...vaben_list.php Best HB Last edited by hbhansen; 12th April 2013 at 10:41 PM.

11th January 2013, 02:35 AM	#2
M ELEY Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NC, U.S.A. Posts: 2,066	Not sure of markings, but time period is earlier. Circa 1760-90's. This pattern could be German, but also possibly English?

12th January 2013, 12:25 AM	#3
PClemente Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 42	Hi, Looks like you might have a nice find here. I agree with the assessment it is pre-1800. In fact it looks to me like a mid-18th century infantry sword, very similar to the model 1742 English Infantry Sword pattern that was popular in the 7 Years War (French & Indian War here in the States, or should I say colonies). The various markings appear to be regimental notations, and it was apparently reissued to a different regiment. Besides England, other European nations used similar patterns at the time.

14th April 2013, 04:24 AM	#5
M ELEY Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NC, U.S.A. Posts: 2,066	Wow! HB, this is an outstanding link/site for Danish weapons. I find these types fascinating, as many are distinctive for their nation, while others mimic other Euro patterns. Thanks for posting it! Mark