The Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber (also known as the M1862 as this was when the first 80,000 were issued) [1] is a long sword made of steel and brass, used by US cavalry from the American Civil War [2] until the end of the Indian wars; some were still …

Model 1860 Cavalry Sword - The 35" blade maker marked & stamped with Ames MFG CO Chicopee Mass, dated US CEW 1864. Blade shows age with 2 very fine nicks that can be felt with you finger nail, leather washer intact.

Over 222,000 Model 1860s were manufactured under U.S. government contract before and during the Civil War, plus many swords in this style were produced without government contract. This sword is one of the 37,458 Model 1860 sabers produced by Mansfield and Lamb of Forestdale, Rhode Island between 1861 and 1865.

The 1860 Staff & Field Officer’s Sword was more a badge of rank than a useful weapon, and many field grade officers on campaign during the Civil War held onto the more battle-worthy 1850 Staff & Field Officer’s sword.

The Iconic US 1860 Light Cavalry Saber is a long saber made of steel and brass, used by both the Union and Confederate cavalry during the American Civil War. The 1860 saber received its name to distinguish it from the larger and heavier Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber that it …

It was not mandatory until after the close of the Civil War, however in 1872, this sword became mandatory for all officers except medical staff, paymasters, mounted officers of infantry, cavalry & light artillery. This M1860 sword is an edged weapon that was designed mostly for …

Here is a pre-Civil War Ames saber specimen and forerunner of the type issued to Federal horsemen during the War. Produced by the Chicopee, Massachusetts firm of Ames Sword Company, this weapon is the Model 1860 Light Cavalry saber that was initially called the ‘new pattern’ 1860 saber.

The fine, original steel scabbard appears lightly cleaned and retains it original factory semi-bright scheen with one small dent near the drag. Two ring mounts are tight and secure two 1¼” diameter sword rings.

The 1860 Light Cavalry Saber has hand forged blades that are British military spec steel that will flex and return to true. Each leather handle is wire wrapped. 35" long, curving blade is superbly designed for penetration (thrust) and as a slashing tool.

This weapon is an enlisted men's pattern U.S. Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber, made by the former scythe-manufacturing firm of Mansfield & Lamb of Forestdale, Rhode Island. It is in remarkable condition, no doubt owing to the fact that it was recovered within a …