ANTIQUE ARMS
Original English Boarding Axes Axes of the type used by the British Navy. All have approximately approximately 2 3/4 inch by 7 1/2 inch head with 14 3/4 inch handle. Bottom axe does have a small chip on the cutting edge.
Top Axe SOLD
Bottom Axe SOLD
American Eagle Pommel Officer's Saber An early eagle pommel, with a 4-slot guard, a hold-over from swords of the Revolutionary War period. The 28 inch blade has a single, wide fuller and dark patina with some light pitting. The guard retains some of its original gold gilding. The bone grip is typical in shape with grooves running along its length, has a nice color, and is without cracks, with only a small chip at the bottom. A nice example of an early American eagle pommel saber. $950
J. L. & Co. American Eagle Pommel Officer's Saber A typical example of the eagle pommel saber c. 1805. The 28 inch blade has a single, wide fuller and sweeping curve. Blade is quite bright with strong etched designs and a few random stains. Marked on the top of the Blade "J. L. & Co." The guard and pommel are brass, with dark patina. Classic bone grip in the style common for these swords is without cracks, but does have a chipped area at the top. A good, solid sword that would be suitable for carry or display. $700
18th c. English/American Cutlass A rare example of an English or American style cutlass. Similar examples date as early as the French and Indian War. The 23 inch, cut and thrust blade has a dark patina, as does the iron guard. Maker's touch marks are present on the blade. The wood grip is solid, with a great patina. These cutlasses don't often come on the market, a rare chance to own a piece of naval history. $900
American Federal Period Officer's Saber All original sword and scabbard c.1790 has a typical, brass stirrup guard of the period, and a leather covered, and wire wrapped grip. The 25 1/2 inch blade retains the majority of it's original deep bluing, with etched designs. The original scabbard and brass mountings are in good condition. Wire wrap is slightly loose, but solidly retained in its grooves. A nice, early American sword with it's scabbard. $975
18th European Cuttoe with Ebony Grip This beautiful little cuttoe has a finely carved ebony grip with silver hardware. The straight blade is 19 inches long, with some pitting. The silver cross guard bears makers touchmarks and gadrooned styling popular in the second half of the 18th c. Fit is tight and solid. Measures 24 3/4 inches overall. $750
Early 18th Century Small Sword The guard style and double edged blade, with short fuller are typical of those made during first half of the 18th century. The blade measures 26 1/4 inches long, sword is 32 1/2 inches overall. The wood grip appears to be of walnut and was probably covered by a wire wrap originally. Swords of this type were sometimes carried by the enlisted infantry, rather than the more typical hangers during this period. A nice example of an early sword. $750
Early 18th Century Hunting Sword Sword features brass shell guard and pommel with an antler grip. The straight, 20 inch blade is of a very early style. The blade is in relic condition, with deep pitting and cleaning. That being said, the sword is solid and the components tight. A nice example of an early hunting sword. SOLD
Iron mounted sword Sword features an iron shell and stirrup guard. Wooden grip has a black lacquer finish. Straight, 26 3/4 inch blade has a smooth, dark patina. Sword is solid an well-made, but has more of a local blacksmith-made appearance than that of a professional sword maker. $875
Late 18th Century Prussian Hanger Classic hanger with brass guard. The slightly curved, 22 3/4 inch blade has light pitting. SOLD
French Hunting Sword. Nice circa 1750 hunting sword with fluted horn grip, brass guard and shell. The straight 22 1/2 inch blade has a single back fuller and fleur-de-lis markings. Good patina, blade has some pitting and the quillion is missing from the guard. $800
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