VERY RARE AND MASSIVE FRENCH CUIRASSIER SWORD, MODEL 1st EMPIRE, XIX, ORIGINAL

Description

Historical context
:
The cuirassiers are the prestigious riders of the Heavy Cavalry Regiments, with the famous helmet with crest and mane. Before the battle, the cavalry enlightens the army; during the battle, it supports the infantry, exploits its successes or creates the "event"; after the battle, it pursues the enemy or covers the retreat. The cuirassiers are in support of the light cavalry, of the line and to create the event for the rupture of a front! Thus the Emperor, at Waterloo, will be furious with Ney for having used the so-called reserve cavalry too soon...it was intended to exploit breaches in the opponent's defense at the most opportune moment!
Total length :
110,5 cm
Length without scabbard :
109,1 cm
Handle Length :
15,2 cm
Blade length :
93,9 cm
Blade width :
3,2 cm
Description
:
Superb French cuirassier sabre, model year XI.
Brass frame, guard with four branches bearing the hallmarks of
"
LA MANUFACTURE D'ARMES DE CHATELLERAULT N.BRE 1874 = ............ MODEL 1815
".
Cap with short tail, wooden handle sheathed in waxed calfskin with brass filigree. Brass ferrules.
Straight blade with double hollow sides with point in the extension of the back, signed on the scabbard
" Poinçons : "
O P
"
in circles
.
Steel scabbard with a bail strap also hallmarked and bearing the number
''
55805
''
just like the guard of the sabers
''
MS 27612
''
.
The saber is in good condition, in its own juice with traces due to time, 100% original and pure vintage ! ! !
Don't let this gorgeous piece slip away, especially at this price! This superb saber will be a decoration of choice for your showcase, a piece of choice that can become the centerpiece of your collection. Do not hesitate, the piece is very beautiful and really worth it, 100% original and vintage! A magnificent witness to the bravery and loyalty of French cuirrassiers, as well as their ancestors under Emperor Bonaparte, during his reign until his defeat at Waterloo in 1815
! ! !
VERY RARE AND 100% ORIGINAL
! ! !
PLEASE NOTE :
The piece is unique, I don't have a duplicate.
Conditions
:
I answer your questions, do not hesitate!
Additional photos on request.
Be careful, read the ad carefully before purchasing.
No return possible.
I am not responsible for postage delays and losses,
that's why I offer you payment by paypal or credit card so your purchase will be covered.
Payment therefore possible by bank transfer, credit card and paypal.
SHIPPING
:
Europe :
25 euros
Poland and Bulgaria :
50 euros
China, Canada, U.S.A. :
100 euros
Don't let this unique collector's item slip away, there won't be something for everyone.
Good luck !