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Nation : British
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RARE MASSIVE SWISS BASILARD SWORD CIRCA 1450 WITH ORIGINAL GRIPS:. Description:Â Constructed with a stout flattened lozenge section blade with two short fullers side by side, edges on both sides tapering to a point, and holes for rivets on a metal T-shaped hilt with its original wooden grip.Â Condition:Â Very good.Â Â Length: 35 inches. Discussion:Â Basilard is a French or Latin term identifying a dagger with a hilt shaped like a capital I (or,a capital T, see page 318 in my book) developed during the 1300s. Basilards can be found in contemporary literature, books, poems, paintings, effigies, brasses, and other period representations. After circa 1350, the basilard became a favorite of civilians and peasants in England. The basilard was probably the most used dagger circa 1350 in Western and Central Europe. The basilard was believed to have originated in South Germany or North Italy in the late 1200s; this appears in many older publications. However, a discovery at the Datini archives in Prato, Italy, dated 1375 by Claude Blair of the Victorian and Albert Museum, indicates the dagger&#acute;s origin is Basel, Switzerland, hence the name Basilard. Basilards varied in length from 12-inch daggers to swords over 36 inches. The masses used the basilard, from peasants to the knightly class. The basilard was part of mainstream Medieval Europe. A few basilards have survived that were made for the megawealthy. Basilard sheaths are rare. Their sheaths consisted of a metal throat, chape, and middle band. Because leather is organic, few leather sheaths have survived. The sheath was worn in various ways: 1) On the right side, hanging from the belt, sword belt, or sword hanger. 2) Hanging in the front from the sword belt. 3) Seldom carried on the lower back. The basilard finally evolved into the Swiss (Holbein) dagger in the late 1490s. Some refer to the original variant as the Swiss basilard (see page 320 in my book). Comparables:Â A.) The Royal Collection, England, item #IX 3482. B.)Â Schweizerisches Landesmuseum , taf.3 #7. Provenance: From the collection of Gottlob Herbert Bidermann Stuttgart/Aach Germany. Herr Bidermann was one of Europe&#acute;s largest collectors of Arms and Armor. He wrote several books on the subject of Medieval and Renaissance Arms and Armor and was appointed court expert on Medieval/ Renaissance Arms and Armor by the German Government (Ã–ffentlich bestellter und vereidigter Sachverständiger für Historische Waffen). Conclusion:Â Although not the most elegant of Medieval swords certainly one of the rarest and highly prized by collectors. It is priced to sell for under $4K, a lot less than you expect!!!*

Nation : Italian
Local Price : Price on request

RARE VENETIAN SHELL AND KNUCKLE GUARD BROAD SWORD CIRCA 1620: . 1548) RARE VENETIAN SHELL AND KNUCKLE GUARD BROAD SWORDÂ CIRCA 1620:Â Discussion:Â A rare and elegant example of a unique typology of Venetian broadsword that is highly collectible. Priced to sell quickly at under $3K!!!* Constructed: with a long, slightly curving single-edged blade with a long, double-edged point, the fuller at the top runningÂ concurrently with the false edge about two-thirds the length of the blade, steel hilt with downward turned octagonal quillons, a knuckle guardÂ en-suite to the quillons, a shell guard with incised decoration,Â beautiful, circular pommel. Original wood grip with Turks Heads, style Z steel pommel (found on some Schiavonas).Â Length: 37 inches. Conclusion: A rare and elegant example of a unique typology of Venetian broadsword that is highly collectible. Very well-balanced and in very good condition. It’s a great addition to any collection, especially since it is priced to sell quickly at under $3K!!!*

Nation : German
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RARE TWO-HAND DECORATED GERMAN FIGHTING SWORD CIRCA 1500:. Description:Â Â Its construction consists of a two-sided blade of flattened hexagonal shape,Â a Passau wolf,Â and a cross and orbÂ inlaid on the blade. three deep central fullers originate at the quillon block andÂ extend about a third of the lengthÂ of the blade. Quillon block in chevron shape with three hash lines, an Oakeshott conical pommel Style T with zig-zag linear decoration, a large original wooden grip of two-stage &156;hock bottle&157; form, an octagonal shaped guard with tips swelling in conical form and decorated en suite with the pommel.Â TotalÂ length:Â 54.5 inches. Conclusion:Â This war sword is in good condition; however, the blade was stored in its sheath for several generations, and the blade has suffered slightly. However, it’s almost not noticeable because of the brute power that this sword displays from its size and superb construction.Â Collectors love two-hand swords like this one; they are big, elegant, easy to display, and make a powerful statement. This sword is as beautiful as any processional sword however was conceived as a weapon of war. It’s a great addition to any collection or museum. The owner priced it to sell quickly. This is a rareÂ opportunity to own a piece ofÂ medieval/RenaissanceÂ military history. ACT NOW!!!*

Nation : Hungarian
Local Price : Price on request

RARE HUNGARIAN WAR SABER CIRCA 1500 WITH ORIGINAL WOODEN GRIP:. 1605) RARE HUNGARIAN WAR SABER CIRCA 1500 WITH ORIGINAL WOODEN GRIP: An exotic and esoterical sword that attracts the eye and the imagination. Very good condition for having been buried in a Hungarian bog for over 500 years. For such a rarity, this “grosses kriegsmesser”Â is very reasonably priced for an immediate sale! Discussion:Â In German, grosses kriegsmesser translates to &156;large/great war knife.&157; This uniquely distinguishable type of sword was popular in Hungary and had a strong following in Germany, where, in the 15th and 16th centuries, it was adopted for warfare. They are somewhat rare, and most examples are ground finds (see page 288, items 12 and 13 in my book). Emperor Maximilian I was very fond of kriegsmessers and owned three on display at the Hofjagd und Rustkammer (#A123, #A145, #A173). The grosses kriegsmesser is a single-edged sword, usually with a strong curvature on the blade, which qualifies it as a saber. The &156;saber&157; is believed to have been introduced to Eastern and Central Europe by Central Asian nomadic invaders as early as the 6th century (see page 267 in my book). Some kriegsmessers have a hook or bird&#acute;s beak pommel, others have no pommel at all, and some have a pommel built into the tang. The kriegsmesser is believed to have been exported to Western Europe from the Hungarian Bohemian region or current-day Hungary.Â Â In the woodcut Triumph of Maximilian (see page 408 in my book), there are five soldiers with kriegsmessers and shields. Maximilian referred to these troops as Gefecht or Fenders. Provenance:Â -Found in a Hungarian bog. Â -An old Hungarian collection. Â -Andrew Garcia collection. Conclusion:Â This is a rare typology of sword. It&#acute;s in good condition #2 for a ground find. The fact it still has its original wooden grip is quite remarkable. This is a sword for the hard-core, enthusiastic collector who is more into a war weapon as opposed to a parade piece. Very reasonably priced atÂ underÂ $3.5K for a quick sale !!!*

Nation : Spanish
Local Price : Price on request

BLACK, GILDED AND DECORATED ITALIAN RAPIER CIRCA 1580 WITH MAKERS MARK:. Description:Â Under the Norman classification, this is a hilt 57.Â Constructed with aÂ fuller about a third the lengthÂ of aÂ strong diamond-sectionÂ blade thatÂ tapersÂ to a very sharp point,Â aÂ rectangular outlinedÂ ricasso stamped with aÂ makers markÂ in the lower bottom center, a chevron shape at the quillon block,Â a typeÂ 32 pommel with aÂ buttonÂ at the finial.Â The hilt with a black finish was probably refreshed and decorated with gilded half-spheres; the fuller decorated en suite with gilded half sphere,Â replacedÂ grip with Turk&#acute;s heads.Â Two repairs to the counter guard, rapiers like this were used for fighting, not ballet.Â Â Â Length: 44.5Â inches. Discussion:Â Military rapiers were longer and usually of strongerÂ blade manufacture than your average civilian rapier.Â Military rapiersÂ were also exemptÂ fromÂ lengthÂ restrictions.Â Because fencing is more of a thrusting art, it became commonplace throughout Europe to have as long a blade as possible to obtain an advantage. This extravagance in length reached the point that municipalities passed statutes regarding the allowable lengths of blades. Those in violation had the misfortune of having their rapier blade cropped at the tip at the city gate to comply. One example of these statues is from an English Royal Proclamation on March 17, 1557. The earliest illustration of this sword type is in a 1588 portrait of John Shirley, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (#51.194.2). It is also illustrated in a portrait of Luccio Foppa circa 1585 by Giovani Antonio Figino. Â In a day and age lacking appropriate policing, the private citizen was forced to protect himself from society&#acute; criminal dregs. The weapon of choice was the rapier from the middle of the 16th to the end of the 17th century. The rapier is a simple but highly effective sword against the non-armored. The rapier was primarily a thrusting weapon that could inflict serious injury to an adversary&#acute; vital organs with minimal effort. It was also an exceptional slashing and cutting weapon; however, the slash was not as lethal as the thrust. The slash was used more as a feint to set up a finishing thrust. The slash was also a dire warning to a would-be assailant of the horrors to quickly follow if he chose not to acquiesce. The rapier is almost undeniably of Spanish origin and is probably Spain&#acute;sÂ most significant contribution to the Renaissance arms race. A highly expensive, ornate rapier was the equivalent of a person in our day and age making a fashion or opulence statement by wearing very expensive jewelry, such as a Rolex or Audemars Piguet watch. Â The French adopted the phrase &#acute;espee rapiere&#acute;Â by 1475, which later was shortened to simply &#acute;rapiere. The English in 1505 spelled it &#acute;rappyer. The Giles Duwes English/ French dictionary of 1532/3 adopted the rapiers definition as &#acute;”Spannyshe sworde”. By 1550, the term rapier had been adopted to describe a slender, sharply pointed sword designed for thrusting, cutting, and slashing attacks. The rapier now consisted of a hilt protected by a handguard. Comparables:Â Similar examplesÂ of type 57’sÂ can be found in: “ The Musee de l Armee in Paris (Cat no. 1379). “ The Wallace Collection (Cat no. 621). Provenance:Â From a private collectorÂ in AustriaÂ who seldom, if ever, sells his best !!!* Conclusion:Â This is an elegant sword with a fighting past. I like the decoration and the condition. This rapier is very reasonably priced atÂ underÂ $4K.Â This is a rare opportunity. Act now so that you won&#acute;t be disappointed!!!* All my items come with the following: “Free shipping. “10-day review period. “Certificate of Authenticity. “Â Free autographed copy of my book if you do not have one. “Â In the event of an international shipment, we will help assign the lowest correct Customs tariff so you pay the least as low as 5% or even nothing. I believe you will be very pleased.

Nation : British
Local Price : Price on request

EXCEPTIONALY RARE NORMAN TYPE 41 SWORD WITH ORIGINAL GRIP CIRCA 1560: . Description:Â Constructed with a tapering blade with a medial ridge, wheel-shaped pommel with square finial, what appears to be an original or working life leather grip, expanding at the ends rectangular guard with curvatures at the tip and facing in opposite directions, quillon block in a chevron shape with two gutters on each side, Â knuckle guard extending to the pommel, two finger guards and a ring guard. Condition very good, perhaps slightly over cleaned.Â Dimensions:Â total length 41 inches, blade 35 inches. Comparables: -Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession # 14.25.1169 (pl 7). -The State Hermitage Museum St. Petersburg, Z.O. # 1950. – An exceptionally ornate example signed by Damianus de nerve is preserved in The Waffensammlung in Vienna Inv. #A586. Conclusion:Â For the collector who wants the rare of the rare, here it is. This sword has a very elegant design. It’s the only one of this typology I have had in 35 years. ACT NOW, or you could be very disappointed. I have no idea if I will ever have another. I believe you will be very¦.very¦. pleased. All my items come with the following: “Free shipping. “10-day review period. “Certificate of Authenticity. “Â Free autographed copy of my book if you do not have one.

Nation : German
Local Price : Price on request

SUPERBLY CONSTRUCTED ELEGANT GILDED GERMAN RAPIER CIRCA 1540. Description:Â As previously stated under the Norman typology, the sword under discussion has a Hilt 50 with an inner guard 9, a spherical octagonal pommel type 15,Â straight swelling quadrilateral quillions tips,Â a short rectangular ricasso where the fuller originates and extends almost to the tip on both sides, the blade of a stiff diamond-section tapering to a point. Hilt-gilded, original wood grip core. Condition #2. Â Length:Â approximately 43.4 inches. Comparables: –Wallace Collection Cat. No. A576. –The Odescalchi Collection, Rome Inv. # 426. –Musee de l Armee paris Inv # p.O. 1904 Provenance:Â From a private European collection. Conclusion:Â An elegant rapier whichÂ sadly has some pitting. The good news is that theÂ slight pitting makes it very affordable. If this sword were in mint condition, it would sell for five times its asking price! Even worse would be captive in a museum long ago and now not available in the collectors market at an affordable price. Â In summary:Â A very reasonably priced sword that has a lot of value for the money. If you ever wanted an early world-class rapier but don&#acute;t have a massive bank account, I urge you toÂ ACT NOWÂ and strike whileÂ theÂ iron is hot.Â Even if you do not collect rapiers, it&#acute;s always good to have one in a collection because they were such an important part of Renaissance Europe. Priced to sell very quickly atÂ underÂ $4,000!!!*

Nation : Spanish
Local Price : Price on request

A FINE MASSIVE GERMAN MILITARY RAPIER, CIRCA 1600. Description:Â An example of this typology of a sword can be found in the painting of Christian the IV of Denmark in 1603 before receiving the Order of the Garter. Another is a painting by Juan Pantoja de la Cruz of Diego VillamayorÂ dated 1605. Under the Norman classification, this is a hilt 58.Â Constructed with a strong diamond-section tapering blade to a very sharp point, a short fuller originating at its rectangular ricasso, a chevron shape at the quillon block,Â an expanding tubular tip at the quillons and end of the knuckle guard where it meets the type 14 spherical pommel. Original twisting wood grip with original leather covering ( slightly worn).Â Â Length:48.50Â inches.Â Condition:Â very good. Discussion:Â Military rapiers were longer and usually of strongerÂ blade manufacture than your average civilian rapier.Â Military rapiersÂ were also exemptÂ fromÂ lengthÂ restrictions.Â Because fencing is more of a thrusting art, it became commonplace throughout Europe to have as long a blade as possible to obtain an advantage. This extravagance in length reached the point that municipalities passed statutes regarding the allowable lengths of blades. Those in violation had the misfortune of having their rapier blade cropped at the tip at the city gate to comply. One example of these statues is from an English Royal Proclamation on March 17, 1557. The earliest illustration of this sword type is in a 1588 portrait of John Shirley, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (#51.194.2). It is also illustrated in a portrait of Luccio Foppa circa 1585 by Giovani Antonio Figino. Â In a day and age lacking appropriate policing, the private citizen was forced to protect himself from society&#acute; criminal dregs. The weapon of choice was the rapier from the middle of the 16th to the end of the 17th century. The rapier is a simple but highly effective sword against the non-armored. The rapier was primarily a thrusting weapon that could inflict serious injury to an adversary&#acute; vital organs with minimal effort. It was also an exceptional slashing and cutting weapon; however, the slash was not as lethal as the thrust. The slash was used more as a feint to set up a finishing thrust. The slash was also a dire warning to a would-be assailant of the horrors to quickly follow if he chose not to acquiesce. The rapier is almost undeniably of Spanish origin and is probably Spain&#acute;s most significant contribution to the Renaissance arms race. A highly expensive, ornate rapier was the equivalent of a person in our day and age making a fashion or opulence statement by wearing very expensive jewelry, such as a Rolex or Audemars Piguet watch.Â The French adopted the phrase &#acute;espee rapiere&#acute;Â by 1475, which later was shortened to simply &#acute;rapiere. The English in 1505 spelled it &#acute;rappyer. The Giles Duwes English/ French dictionary of 1532/3 adopted the rapiers definition as &#acute;Spannyshe sworde. By 1550, the term rapier had been adopted to describe a slender, sharply pointed sword designed for thrusting, cutting, and slashing attacks. The rapier now consisted of a hilt protected by a handguard. Comparables: include from such notable institutions as: “ A Odescalchi CollectionÂ inv # 223. “ Wallace Collection cat # A589. “ Zurich LandsmuseumÂ Inv. No. AG2476 Provenance:Â From a private world-class rapier collector who seldom, if ever, sells his best. Conclusion:Â Military-class rapiers like this one seldom make it to the collectors’ market. This is a fighting sword, not a rapier worn by some fat, wealthy person who had bodyguards and never personally engaged in mortal combat in his life. This is a rare opportunity.Â ACT-NOW!Â I promise you won&#acute;t be disappointed with the rapier or the priceÂ underÂ $3,5K.!!!* All my items come with the following: “Free shipping. “10-day review period. “Certificate of Authenticity. “Â Free autographed copy of my book if you do not have one. “Â In the event of an international shipment, we will help assign the lowest correct Customs tariff so you pay the least as low as 5% or even nothing. I believe you will be very pleased. ACT-NOW!!!*

Nation : Spanish
Local Price : Price on request

HIGHLY DECORATED RARE ITALIAN GILDED RAPIER CIRCA 1600: . Description:Â This sword, under the Norman classification system, is a type 27Â with aÂ shell-shaped gildedÂ pommel, the tips of the quillons, quillon block (front and back), and the center of the side guard decorated en-suite. Incised lines en-suite on the hilt and with punch decoration.Â It is constructed with a wide, slowÂ tapering blade withÂ twoÂ narrowÂ inscribedÂ fullers. On the first fuller side 1: “M. O. H. C. N. I. S.”Â Â with talismanicÂ symbols. On the second fuller side 1: ” D. I. C. R.”Â Â with talismanicÂ symbols. On the first fuller sideÂ 2: “R. G. J. I.”Â with talismanicÂ symbols. On the second fuller sideÂ 2:Â T. A. V.”Â Â with talismanicÂ symbols. AÂ maker mark on theÂ rectangularÂ ricassoÂ with an insistedÂ edge.Â Wooden handle covered with silver-thread wireÂ grip withÂ Moor’s heads. ApproximateÂ dimensions:Â total length 45 inches, blade 38.5. Discussion:Â In a day and age lacking appropriate policing, the private citizen was forced to protect himself from society&#acute; criminal dregs. From the middle of the 16th to the end of the 17th century, the weapon of choice was the rapier. The rapier is a simple but highly effective sword against the non-armored. The rapier was primarily a thrusting weapon that could inflict serious injury to an adversary&#acute; vital organs with minimal effort. It was also an exceptional slashing and cutting weapon; however, the slash was not as lethal as the thrust. The slash was used more as a feint to set up a finishing thrust. The slash was also a dire warning to a would-be assailant of the horrors to follow if he chose not to acquiesce quickly. The rapier is almost undeniably of Spanish origin and is probably Spain&#acute; most significant contribution to the Renaissance arms race. A highly expensive, ornate rapier was the equivalent of a person in our day and age making a fashion or opulence statement by wearing very expensive jewelry, such as a Rolex or Audemars Piguet watch. Because fencing is more of a thrusting art, it became commonplace throughout Europe to have as long a blade as possible to obtain an advantage. This extravagance in length reached the point that municipalities passed statutes regarding the allowable lengths of blades. Those in violation had the misfortune of having their rapier&#acute; blades cropped at the tip at the city gate to comply. One example of these statues is from an English Royal Proclamation on March 17, 1557- 1558. Provenance:Â From a privateÂ ItalianÂ collection. Conclusion:Â An exceptionallyÂ elegantÂ and rare exampleÂ of a Renaissance rapier that must have been owned by a very wealthy person or Nobel. It hasÂ survivedÂ in exceptionalÂ condition. It may have been reguilded/refreshed during the Victorian period using original Renaissance gilding, which has been illegal due to gas poisoning for many years.Â Â In myÂ opinion thisÂ would make a great addition to any collection or museum.Â Act now. This sword is priced to sell today. They seldom come this nice.Â ACT-NOW!!!*

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 750 kr

Sv bayonet w/1840.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 800 kr

Sv Min'e bayonet w/1855.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 600 kr

Sv Wrede's bayonet w/1860.

Nation : Russian
Local Price : sek 1,500 kr

Russian w/1942 ersatz type.

Nation : Belgian
Local Price : sek 1,600 kr

Belgian bayonet w/1924.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 750 kr

Sv socket bayonet w/1815.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 1,800 kr

Norwegian saber bayonet w/1860.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 2,500 kr

Bayonet for the army light infantery m/1826.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 950 kr

Socket bayonet w / 1815.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 250 kr

Soviet Mosin-Nagant bayonet m/ 1891-30.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 600 kr

Mine bayonet w / 1855.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 250 kr

Scabbard for AK-4 bayonet.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 750 kr

Sv Mauserbajonett m/1896.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 70 kr

Sv bajonettlås till Mauserbajonett m/96.

Nation : -
Local Price : sek 11,500 kr

Sv bajonett m/1867-94-14.

Nation : British
Local Price : £0.00

**RESERVED**RESERVED** British 1845 Pattern Royal Navy Boarding Cutlass Guard With Brass Lozenge Marked Weapon Number ‘4’. Sn 22370:2 -. The British Royal Navy due to its global presence and command of the sea was by far the most organised and trained of all the World major sea services and it’s edged weapons used for boarding and repelling boarders reflected this. The Royal Navy was one of the first Navies in the 18th Century to begin standardising the personal edged weapons used by ordinary seaman. Experiments during the early 1840s for a new naval cutlass design to replace the venerable 1804 Pattern resulted in a design by George Lovell, the Inspector of Small Arms, being accepted in 1842. A fire at the Tower of London destroyed early stocks and the design did not enter service in bulk until three years later, hence being termed the 1845 Pattern. It was considered very successful, handling well compared to its bulky predecessor the 1804 Pattern and being simpler to manufacture (see page 248 of World Swords by Withers). Our example has the classic single edged 29 ½” (35 ¼” overall). The blade is 1 ½” broad at its widest and the spine is 7mm width at its widest. The blade has staining consistent with age & service use. It has the correct full steel bowl knuckle guard and ribbed steel hilt all blackened with original black paint or paint and tar mix much of which is present. The guard is slotted for wrist strap and has its original brass lozenge riveted to the front with a weapon / rack number punch dot applied ‘4’ (Wither’s book illustrates a similar afore described hilt plates). These weapons were stored in locked racks on board ships and issued only for training or combat so are often found without scabbards. Only a small number were furnished with scabbards so that with a baldrick they could be worn for land-bound duties. Our example is without scabbard. The price for this piece of British Naval history includes UK delivery. Sn 22370:2 (tub armoury)

Nation : British
Local Price : £0.00

**RESERVED**RESERVED** British WD 1845 Pattern Royal Navy Boarding Cutlass Weapon With Earlier 1805-1817 John Gill Birmingham Blade, Guard Mounted With Brass Rack Identification Plate With Partially Visible Rack Weapon Number L3. Sn 22370:1 -. The British Royal Navy due to its global presence and command of the sea was by far the most organised and trained of all the World major sea services and it’s edged weapons used for boarding and repelling boarders reflected this. The Royal Navy was one of the first Navies in the 18th Century to begin standardising the personal edged weapons used by ordinary seaman. Experiments during the early 1840s for a new naval cutlass design to replace the venerable 1804 Pattern resulted in a design by George Lovell, the Inspector of Small Arms, being accepted in 1842. A fire at the Tower of London destroyed early stocks and the design did not enter service in bulk until three years later, hence being termed the 1845 Pattern. It was considered very successful, handling well compared to its bulky predecessor the 1804 Pattern and being simpler to manufacture (see page 248 of World Swords by Withers). Our example has an earlier straight single edged 29 inches long blade (35 inches overall). The blade is 1 and a half inches broad at its widest and the spine is 7mm width at its widest. The blade has staining consistent with age & service use. The spine of the blade is signed J.Gill (John Gill is recorded working with his father Thomas Gill in London 1807 "Sword Cutler & Gunmaker", 83 St James Street, London. John Gill also recorded in Birmingham 1805-1817) indicating that this cutlass is fitted with an earlier blade similar to 1804 pattern cutlass but our example is fullered. One side of the blade has a War Dept broad arrow, the reverse has WD inspection mark. The blade also has faint indistinct ink or paint marks which can be seen in the images. It has the correct full steel bowl knuckle guard and ribbed steel hilt all blackened. The guard is slotted for wrist strap and has an additional period 2 pierced holes. The guard has its original brass lozenge riveted to the front with a partially visible weapon / rack number L 3 (Withers book illustrates afore described hilt plates). These weapons were stored in locked racks on board ships and issued only for training or combat so are often found without scabbards. Only a small number were furnished with scabbards so that with a baldrick they could be worn for land-bound duties. Our example is without scabbard. The price for this piece of British Naval history includes UK delivery. Sn 22370:1 (tub armoury)