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Cold Steel - 1860 U.S. Heavy Cavalry Saber
Fighting With The Saber & Cutlass
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At the outbreak of the American Civil War, there were two types of sabers issued to the Federal Cavalry: "light" and "heavy".
The light version was popular, but the heavy model, dubbed the "Old Wrist Breaker" was the one worth owning, as it was a superior weapon.
It's 36 inch blade offered big reach advantages over most sabers, and its substantial weight gave it the leverage to easily crush bones and sever limbs or even a head with a single blow.
The brass guard had three bars to protect the hand and the grip was wire bound leather and capped with a sturdy pommel.
In its double ringed, steel scabbard, it could be easily attached to a saddle or to a belt.
After examining and handling a number of original 1860 Heavy Cavalry Sabers, Cold Steel has decided to make their own reproduction with a few improvements.
This blade is made from 1055 carbon steel with a hard spring temper and will pass the British Proof Test.
Specs:
Overall: 41 1/2"
Blade: 36"
Thick: 1/3"
Weight: 42.9oz.
Steel: 1055 Carbon
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