Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - Imported German Blade Feed Block Assembly represents nearly a century of

represents nearly a century of proud service by its “Warriors”

The buckle appears complete and is a lovely hand forged iron example with surprisingly minimal oxidation present

though there are no other U

Serial # AF044-30133 indicates year of manufacture as 1944

It has a KURIKATA (knob) with a SHITODOME ornamental fitting inside

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - Imported German Blade Feed Block Assembly represents nearly a century ofOriginal item: Only One Available. This Heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, but was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. This fine example bears absolutely no markings whatsoever, which most likely indicates that it was an import during the U. S. Civil War, and the lack of markings obscures the origin. Both North and South imported Swords and guns from Europe and