Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1848 - One of 3,800 m A very nice aged and

A very nice aged and personalized example

"B" Company following 20 yards behind the strafing P-47s ricocheting bullets

the Americans captured 896 Hessians

and the "progressive rifling" is clearly discernable

This stamped sheet steel construction helmet shows significant wear from use

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1848 - One of 3,800 m A very nice aged andOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a very good original U. S. Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber manufactured by Ames Manufacturing Company and dated 1848. Commonly known among collectors as the Wrist Breaker because of its substantial weight and powerful blade, the saber retains its leather covered grip, complete twisted brass wire wrap, three branch brass guard, original leather blade buffer, and heavy steel scabbard with both suspension rings.