British Pattern 1897-Style Infantry Officer's Sword
| Year: | Unknown |
| Maker: | Unknown |
| Type: | P1897-Style Infantry Officer's Sword |
| Condition: | Good |
Description
11/4/26 - This is a British Pattern 1897-style infantry officer's sword. The Pattern 1897 infantry officer's sword was adopted by the British Army in 1897 and remains the regulation infantry officer's sword to this day, making it one of the longest-serving sword patterns in military history. It is easily recognized by its steel bowl guard pierced with scrollwork and the royal cypher, which gives the hand full protection while remaining light. This example has a long, straight, plated steel blade, the pierced sheet steel bowl guard with a turned-down inner edge, a ribbed grip bound with wire, and a domed pommel cap. There is spotty surface oxidation on much of the blade. The guard shows overall surface oxidation and a brown patina, with some loss of plating. The grip and wire binding remain intact and tight. No scabbard is included.
Specifications
| Condition: | Good |
| Maker: | Unknown |
| Year: | Unknown |
| Type: | P1897-Style Infantry Officer's Sword |
