Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Model 1860 Army Staff and Field Officer Sword with Etched Blade & Fold Down Guard by G.W. Simmons & Co. of Boston Antique Flintlock Firearms but after 70+ years

but after 70+ years

when the SA introduced a Kraftfahr Abteilung

Probably rates a 7 out of 10

The stitching has been partly redone

mounted original safety bolt handle (non-functional)

Original U.S. Indian Wars Era Model 1860 Army Staff and Field Officer Sword with Etched Blade & Fold Down Guard by G.W. Simmons & Co. of Boston Antique Flintlock Firearms but after 70+ yearsOriginal Item: One Of A Kind: This particular sword, identified as an M1860, is a lovely Indian Wars era manufacture with a rare fold down guard & etched blade, manufactured by G. W. Simmons & Co. of Boston, Massachusetts. Although it is an edged weapon, this post war version of the M1860 sword was primarily intended for use in ceremonies. The blade, measuring 31 inches in length, is straight, double edged, and has a diamond shaped cross section. The