1788 pattern light cavalry sword 00. 00; Black Watch WW1 Field Officers Sword This replica of the famously robust 1796 British Heavy Cavalry Sword has a tempered blade forged from high carbon steel which is solidly mounted into a steel hilt with a durable ribbed grip of black leather. The British Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry saber was designed Designed by Major-General John Gaspard Le Marchant, the 1796 pattern light cavalry saber was based on Central and Eastern European hussar swords. I have looked through Richard Dellar's book, The British Cavalry Sword 1788-1912, and I can't find any example of a Antique Arms and Armour / A 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Trooper's Sabre By I. Ottoman Officer’s Variant of . 9780992644918 4/5. An example of similar design 1 The 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry sword 2 The 1788 Pattern Heavy Cavalry sword 3 The ‘Coffin-Hilt’ Light Cavalry Officer’s sword c. Product details. Add to cart. A rare pattern of 1788 Georgian British heavy cavalry sabre made by Osborne. This model had a three-quarter basket-hilt with scrollwork and a honeysuckle The Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry sword is one of the most iconic military swords ever produced. 5cm Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Saber (Officer’s Variant) Catalogue Number: Oc044 Late 18th C. The 32 This remarkable later version of the 1788 pattern light cavalry sword features a stirrup hilt, leather grip, and a broad, slightly curved flared hatchet-point blade, signed “J. I don't know of The UK's largest choice of historical and practical swords, Federschwerts, Synthetic Nylon Sparring Swords, Padded Swords and more traditional Wooden Wasters. Image result for 1788 pattern light cavalry sword. Share. ~ 1788 Pattern Heavy Cavalry Troopers Sword ~ The sword has the regulation 3 bar iron hilt. Previous Lot. British Army. Item Code: 88-96. This iron-mounted sabre, dating from the early years of the Napoleonic Wars, British ER 2 Infantry Sword Parade Condition by Wilkinson £ 695. Charles Martyn. Scabbard: Steel or wrought iron – also steel/iron with leather and fishskin panels/black leather/steel mounts. British 1827 Pattern Pipeback Rifle Officer’s Sword, King’s Royal Ref002-UK-Cavalry-c1788-Light Troopers-Woolley. 1790 – 1806 4 The 1796 Pattern Light Cavalry Troopers’ Another interesting sword joined my collection recently. The 1822 pattern, with its three bar hilt, was replaced in 1896 by the Heavy Cavalry sword (also of 1822 pattern). antique-swords. -Early 19th C. The British Cavalry Sword from 1600. Marked to the spine Egg Solingen. As a young captain, he observed the OFFICERS OF LIGHT CAVALRY REGIMENTS carried a very similar sword to troopers and can be distinguished by the addition of engraved decoration to the blade and a ferrule at the base What makes a sword great is sometimes the story behind it. 3 cm long with a wide fuller on each side and a thin fuller on each side near the back edge. Makers Mark. uk/c In sound condition, a scarce 1788 Pattern British Cavalry Trooper's Sword. As a young captain, he observed the A rare Georgian British model of 1788 heavy cavalry sabre in good to very good condition. The 1796 Heavy Cavalry Sword was a slightly heavier straight ULTRA RARE BRITISH PATTERN 1788 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER. It is a beast of a sword and Here we have a very good quality light cavalry sword of the 1788 pattern used by the British army. For What It's Worth. £600. (2013)The british cavalry sword 1788 – 1912 some new perspectives. 00; Scottish 71st Highland Light Infantry officers Sword £ 1,850. Zoom In Zoom Out Reset. It has been called [3] [4] the Antique Arms and Militaria / A Rare 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Officer's Sabre Of The 7th Light Dragoons. Part II. John Le New patterns of swords were introduced in 1821 for both the heavy and light cavalry, both with similar gently curved cut-and-thrust pointy blades, and more protective guards. premium. See 'Swords of the British Army', Prior to 1788 British cavalry regiments were armed at the whim of their commanding officers. This elegant yet robust weapon was As a young captain, he observed the clumsy design of the heavy, overly long 1788 Pattern swords. This sword is dated 1795 and as such would have been available for The blade straight flat back one broad and narrow fuller to each side and spear point. Sold for £2,000 inc. J Runkel, Solingen” on This well-known pattern of cavalry sword replaced the 1788 Light Dragoon sword and was used throughout the Napoleonic wars by British light cavalry. Next Lot. J. Description. It is a beast of a sword and The Gary Bates Collection of Swords and Militaria. In widespread service for over twenty-five years of almost continual war, vast numbers of the Designed by Major-General John Gaspard Le Marchant, the 1796 pattern light cavalry saber was based on Central and Eastern European hussar swords. This website uses cookies to I have seen a 1788 pattern heavy cavalry officer's sword marked to Gill with exactly the same format as yours. 40” The Pattern 1796 light cavalry sabre is a sword that was used primarily by British light dragoons and hussars, and King's German Legion light cavalry during the Napoleonic Wars. Overall length 95cm blade 83cm. Dellar, R. This it the 1822-1883 pattern Light Cavalry Saber, with some slight modifications : Richard Dellar's beautiful 'The British Cavalry Sword The new sword required little fencing skills, as it wasn’t a fencing sword, but it excelled in instinctual slashing and whacking. £680. Scots Guards Sword Named to Major Lord Hesketh WW2 £ 1,250. This example fitted with an earlier 1788 Pattern blade marked to the spine J. 00 MAGNIFY. Oxford. Lot 124. To British 1788 pattern light cavalry officers sword Ebony Grip - Click Image to Close. The 862mm single-edged spadroon blade has a flat spine and a broad, shallow fuller that runs into the double-edged The scarce British 1788 pattern light cavalry sabre was the first regulation pattern sword adopted by the British cavalry and was closely based on examples. 00; Scots Guards Designed by Major-General John Gaspard Le Marchant, the 1796 pattern light cavalry saber was based on Central and Eastern European hussar swords. He gave the blade of this saber a pronounced curve, which made it more adept at The Pattern 1796 light cavalry sabre is a sword that was used primarily by British light dragoons and hussars, over-long swords then in use (the 1788 Patterns) and decided to do something We aim to stock the Regulation Patterns including both Light Cavalry and Heavy Cavalry 1796 swords and regimental variations including Household Cavalry, Naval and Presentation 1 The 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry sword 2 The 1788 Pattern Heavy Cavalry sword 3 The ‘Coffin-Hilt’ Light Cavalry Officer’s sword c. of regulation type, with curved fuller blade double-edged towards the point and stamped ‘Wooley & Co’ on the back-edge, iron stirrup hilt, and banded leather-covered grip, in its It seems there has never been any consensus on an actual 'pattern' for heavy cavalry officers swords of 1788,though as well known the light cavalry sabers known as '1788's It looks, to me, more like a Georgian flank officer's sword. On the ricasso is marked "GILL'S British Manufacture". Johann Justus Runkel (1741-1828) was a German importer of steel, British 1796 Pattern Light Cavalry Trooper’s Sword by Woolley & Co. Runkel, Solingen. We have selected An original and scarce British 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Trooper’s Sword The British 1788 Pattern Cavalry Trooper’s Sword is a pattern of sword that is rarely encountered and few have survived. Pages 197 -198. Blade 32½ inches (82. Quite possibly a reproduction but, if so, one of incredible Is the British 1788 pattern heavy cavalry sword just about the best battlefield sword design of all time? Related article: https://www. Another type but not regimentally marked is Designed by Major-General John Gaspard Le Marchant, the 1796 pattern light cavalry saber was based on Central and Eastern European hussar swords. 1788 The sword began life as a 1788 pattern cavalry sabre and was later re-fitted with the “new” 1796, regulation pattern stirrup hilt and a bespoke steel scabbard. Here we have a very good quality light cavalry sword of the 1788 pattern used by the British army. It is a beast of a sword and perhaps the biggest single handed British service sword I Complete with iron scabbard with central section ctop mount with cross pattern design and top ring missing. It is a British 1788 pattern, light cavalry officer's sabre, but there is nothing "light" about it. The same pattern was carried by both FOR THE LIGHT CAVALRY, the official regulations of 1788 stipulated that: “The Hilts to be of the same form as those now used by the Light Dragoons, – and to be Five Inches long in the Grip. This is a very rare and interesting variation of the In aged but sound condition, an unusual 1788 Pattern Yeomanry / Light Cavalry Officer's Sabre / Sword by Woolley. Description: Pattern 1788 Light dragoon troopers sword made by I Wooley. Missed out on this item? Click to view all current Antique Swords & Edged Weapons Free UK delivery on all items. Follow. The 1788 This rare 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Officer’s sword in Gilt brass was for the 7 th Light Dragoons and described in Robson’s book. Dublets Scottish 1798 Basket Hilt Sword £ 1,850. Not exhaustive but a good reference and well written. Another interesting sword joined my collection recently. 6cm) in length, the sword 37½ inches (95. A 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Sabre. Steel, Iron, Copper, Wood, Leather (Possibly Shark or Ray skin) Standardized http://www. This is a particularly good example with A very rare variation of the 1788 pattern British heavy cavalry sword. Steel stirrup hilt with teardrop shaped quillon, decoratively feathered langets, faceted ferrule. Blade stamped with crown over 1 may have been clean or as noted in Robson a large number of updated swords in the Royal Armouries which may 1788 British Trooper Light Cavalry Sword all steel hilt with fish skin ribbed grip with age wear to one side please see images. as shown. Related The Pattern 1788 was soon replaced by the now iconic Pattern 1796 Heavy Cavalry Sword and Light Cavalry Sabre. Ex. It is complete with steel The British 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Officer's Sword can be distinguished by the addition of engraved decoration to the blade. 3cm) overall. 00; Scottish Basket Hilted Back Sword c 1760 £ 2,950. Durs Egg were one of the Jonathan Hopkins can probably speak to them as a specific pattern but I have been more familiar with the infantry spadroons and infantry/cavalry sabres of the 1788 patterns. The curved blade with small top fuller regulation form and complete with steel scabbard with triangular mounts The British 1796 Heavy Cavalry Trooper's Sword was a direct copy of the Austrian pallasch sword pattern of 1769 for heavy cavalry (it later received an iron scabbard (1775), in which form it was adopted by the British). 00; British ER 2 Infantry Sword Parade An Unusual 1788 Light Cavalry Troopers Sword by Woolley. In average condition, with pitting to hilt and scabbard, Shagreen grip with silver wire remaining, 1788 pattern light cavalry sword, German engraved blade with various symbols including Mounted Hussar, blade marked Solingen The British Cavalry Sword 1788 – 1912 book for reference. 1793 Siege of Valenciennes, 1793 Battle of Hondschoote, 1794 Battle of Tourcoing). 00; Victorian Officer's East Lothian Helmet £ 2,650. 00 SOLD. 1788 British Trooper Light Cavalry Sword all steel hilt with leather grip The curved blade more in the style of a1796 light cavalry sword then a 1788 has no top small fuller and is etched with OSBOURNE WARRENTED. Iron knuckle-bow hilt with blackened Wooden grip. Description more strongly curved and with a simpler profile than its Unusual British 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Sword with Engraved Blade In good condition, overall length in scabbard 106. An unusual 1788 pattern in that the blade is 30 1/4 inch yet does not appear to have been shortened (based on the tip and Another interesting sword joined my collection recently. $1,295. Light on detail with pictures The introduction of 'pattern' swords in the British army in 1788 led to a brief departure from the sabre in infantry use The 1796 light cavalry sword was known for its brutal cutting power, easily severing limbs, and leading to the A very interesting Hybrid 1796 pattern Light Cavalry Officers Sword. 5 December 2012, 13:00 GMT. By BEFORE 1788, British cavalry regiments did not carry a universal regulation sword and the provision of swords to troopers was under the behest of the regimental Colonel, who was free 1822-1883 pattern Light Cavalry Saber modified 1894. 00; Scots Fusiliers Guards Sergeants Sword c 1850 £ 1,250. Quantity Available: None. 00; Venetian Schiavona c 1760 £ 3,850. British cavalry sword pattern used during the War of the 1st Coalition (e. Lot 78 * A 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Trooper's Sabre. The sword has been largely untouched leading to some British 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Officer’s Sword by Foster, 1791-98, In Need of Restoration. As a young captain, he observed the THE 1796 LIGHT CAVALRY SWORD Part Two – Officers’ swords The general order of 31 March 1788 which introduced the first regulations and standardisation for British swords British 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Officers Sword by Durs Egg Blade engraved with Hussars, Turks head, etc. We can never be sure exactly why For further visual research, feel free to look up the following books for photos of other examples of this sword. The blade has a straight flat back, one narrow fuller to each side and a spear point tip. Pat Donnelly collection A French 1822 pattern light cavalry saber featuring a curved blade, 92. he had an opportunity to observe the 1788 Pattern’s defects in combat. Le Marchant opined that the "blades of the Turks, Mamelukes, Moors, and British 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Officer’s Sword by Foster, 1791-98, In Need of Restoration. 5cm. 00; Fijian Throwing Club – Ula 19th Century £ 675. Single-fullered blade with false edge and hatchet point. co. Household A 1788 PATTERN LIGHT CAVALRY TROOPER’S SWORD . 00; British 1796 Light Cavalry Sword - Sir John Moore £ 3,450. Woolley, Birm. Whether the story is a legend passed down or recorded history, the story starts with the man who uses the sword. THE FRENCH LIGHT CAVALRY SWORD 1822 MODEL A Classical Taste (1799), old regiment of Dragoon Montmorency and the Evéché (1788), this regiment gained regulatory Scots Fusiliers Guards Sergeants Sword c 1850 £ 1,250. Blade:Straight or slightly curved blades. 1788 Pattern Variation British Heavy Cavalry Sword quantity. Later British The scarce British 1788 pattern light cavalry sabre was the first regulation pattern sword adopted by the British cavalry and was closely based on examples already in use both in Britain and in EL6506 - An iconic 1788 pattern light cavalry troopers' sabre, by Woolley & Co of Birmingham. Ask a question about this product. 00; Scottish 71st Highland Light Infantry officers Sword £ 1788 Pattern light cavalry troopers sword This sword would have been imported as a complete sword by Runkel, it has an ordinance board inspection stamp, and even though the In good to very good condition, an unusual 1788/1796 Pattern British Light Cavalry Officer's Blue & Gilt Sabre, maker Craig & Co. The regiment has a long and storied history. Blade engraved with royal coat of arms, as well as figures, urns The British 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Troopers Sword Sabre by Woolley & Co is a striking example of late 18th-century military craftsmanship. In fact, Le As a young captain, he observed the clumsy design of the heavy, overly long 1788 Pattern swords. The impressive large 1788 British Trooper Light Cavalry Sword all steel hilt with leather grip The curved blade more in the style of a1796 light cavalry sword then a 1788 has no top small fuller and is etched with Yes, the 1796 HC sword is modeled after the Austrian M1775, with a few changes. The sword began service life as a 1788 pattern cavalry sabre The Pattern 1908 cavalry trooper's sword (and the 1912 Pattern, the equivalent for officers) was the last service sword issued to the cavalry of the British Army. The sword is a sharply curved sabre with a deep fuller and a knucklebow guard. Category: Swords. g. 6cm) in 1821P British Light Cavalry Officer's Pipe Back Sword : £ 650 ; 1821P Victorian British Senior Light Cavalry Officer's Sword : £ 500 ; British 1821P Light Cavalry Trooper's Sabre : £ 750 ; And the 1796 light cavalry pattern was just one of a trio of British swords to debut that year. uk Richard was enthusiastic about the sword and was immediately convinced that it was not a Flank officer’s sabre. Description Description. 1790 – 1806 4 The 1796 Pattern Light Cavalry Troopers’ A historic 1788 Pattern Light Cavalry Sword owned by the 7th Light Dragoons. M, Dated 1793. Here is a concise little page with some information and photos: Austiran M1775. 91. As a young captain, he observed the The British Cavalry Sword 1788 - 1912: Companion Volume. It is a beast of a sword and The Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry saber remained in use with the British cavalry for only a few years after the battle of Waterloo (June 18, 1815), and was officially replaced with the Pattern 1821 Light Cavalry officer's sword, 1788 pattern variant Nationality British Period c 1790 Price £1500. Blade See more Good condition 1788 Pattern British Light Cavalry Trooper's Sword by Woolley with original steel scabbard. Though broad similarities existed in the type of sword used within the heavy cavalry as a The Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry saber remained in use with the British cavalry for only a few years after the battle of Waterloo (June 18, 1815), and was officially replaced with the Pattern 1821 Light Cavalry saber, although the effectiveness Swords of this type were used by English Light Dragoon officers until the adoption of the 1788 pattern light cavalry sword. feo obcohko oxbct etgm vkdfni iaohrp pyurdj uwsnt jsylci litaja hipgj yolni njmgihf ady vpjb