antique swords in Canada
For sale, a clean example of the 1821 infantry officer sabre, in use from 1821 to 1845 in the French standing army, and until 1870 in the French National Guard. This sabre has probably been rehitled at some point in it's life, and the leather on the grip was possibly changed. The blade is German... Continue Reading →
For sale, a fairly elusive "Spanish pattern" worn by artillerymen of the British Army during the Napoleonic wars. This pattern was introduced during the Peninsular war, hence the name, and was carried until 1826. This example has had a full life. The leather on the grip is gone, but the hilt is in fair shape,... Continue Reading →
This is an interesting example of a late 16th century rapier in the Saxon style, or reitschwert. This sword sports a late 16th century hilt forged and brazed, with an early 17th century rapier pommel, and a 17th century German blade. The grip was possibly built in the 19th century or earlier, when the whole... Continue Reading →
For sale, a very nice example of the iconic 1845 model for French infantry officers. This model equipped officers from 1845 to 55, but was used by adjudants and sergeant majors until 1916. The sword is in excellent shape, with some minimal surface pitting in a few places. It was service sharpened, and still bears... Continue Reading →
This is a great quality example of this sabre that wa sin use in France from 1821 to 1870. This specific example has a high quality hilt, with a light blade that still bears traces of etchings that are now mostly unreadable. The blade was service sharpened. The scabbard is in great shape, with most... Continue Reading →
For sale, a very substantial nimcha sabre, a typical weapon of Morocco. This sabre is definetely a fighting weapon, with a German made blade. The sword is fairly long, and was probably meant to be used by a horseman. It is in no way a decorative or ceremonial piece, as can be seen by the... Continue Reading →
This is a rare variant of the 1829 type for horse artillery officers. While the 1829 was the regulation pattern for the horse artilleyr trooper, the officers technically had to carry the1822 light cavalry sabre, but many chose this non regulation type which imitated the 1829, with a lightened blade and decorated hilt. But what... Continue Reading →
This is a good and rather scarce example of an 1845 infantry sabre for superior officer, mounted with a steel hilt in the style of the North African troops. Most of the example that can be found of this non regulation type usually come with the 1855 blade, probably owing to it's great popularity under... Continue Reading →
This is a very rare and elusive sword designed for non commissioned officers of the Austrian army serving in heavy cavalry regiments in the early days of the Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars. This sword was made by Fischer, and bears all his marks including the arrow. Another interesting detail are the royal monograms of Francis... Continue Reading →
This is a best quality sword made by Wilkinson sometime around WW1 based on the company's etching. The blade is a bit of a mystery, being devoid of most etchings you would expect to see, as well as sporting no serial number and a rather rare Wilkinson inscription. There is no doubt though that this... Continue Reading →
This is a very high quality version of the French 1821 model for infantry officer. The blade was made by Coulaux in Klingenthal, and based on the signature - Coulaux ainé & Cie à Klingenthal - was made around 1840. No poincons are visible. This is a fantaisie piece, meaning that it does not fit... Continue Reading →
This is a typical example of a sabre made for an officer of a British Rifles Regiment. This sabre was made by Samuel Hoppe of Solingen, as can be seen by the beehive mark of this maker active between 1827 and 1885. The blade is beautifully decorated with very detailed etchings.The sabre is in good... Continue Reading →
This smallsword seems to date form the late 18th century, but was fitted with an older blade, possibly from the 17th century. The hilt is made of gilt brass. It's in fine shape, except for the broken knuckle bow. There is some movement in the hilt. The blade is fairly hefty for the sword type,... Continue Reading →
This ia a very well balanced example of this famous pattern, made by a rare manufacturer, the Manufacture du Zhornof in the Bas-Rhin region. The Zornhoff manufacture was an off shoot of Klingenthal which helped to produce certain swords. It is fairly rare to find them. The sword is in good overall condition with a... Continue Reading →
This pattern is usually know as the uniform officer sword. It replaced the 1767 smallsword and came equipped with different blades, often a demi-espadon or spadroon blade such as this one. The pattern was used until 1788, but would have been carried still by many officers, even in the first years of the Empire. The... Continue Reading →
The 1767 is the first pattern of the famous briquet sabre which equipped French grenadiers, light infantry soldiers as well as musicians and line infantry sergeants. This pattern was of course used during the French Revolution, but also by French troops serving in the American Revolution. This example is in very good shape. There are... Continue Reading →
The 1767 is the first pattern of the famous briquet sabre which equipped French grenadiers, light infantry soldiers as well as musicians and line infantry sergeants. This pattern was of course used during the French Revolution, but also by French troops serving in the American Revolution. This specific example had a very active life, as... Continue Reading →
This is a fairly scarce type of sabre that is found in Mexico and probably dates from the Mexican Civil War. It is highly recognizable due to the very unique thumb piece on the top of the grip, and its very particular Bowie knife type ricasso made in the tradition of many espada anchas. This... Continue Reading →
This is great example of a typical Chatellerault made 1845 infantry adjudant sabre. These sabres were carried until 1916 by adjudants (NCOs) even sometimes in the trenches. This example is a fairly standard one, made in 1896 at Chatellerault, the main state manufacture in France which produced the best quality blades. The hilt and scabbard... Continue Reading →
This is a very typical example of the swords produced for officers during the First World War era. Due to the rush of new recruits and the ressource needs, it is possible that Sheffield knife maers were commissioned to produce swords as well. The result are these very large robust swords, sometimes made with different... Continue Reading →
This is a fairly rare stilletto dagger, probably made in France in the 19th century. The triangular blade is etched with "souvenir" on one side. The whole assembly is steel, including the scabbard. A very solid and great addition to a knife collection. Total length: 21cm. SOLD
This is a very interesting example of a takouba, or Touareg sword, made using a western produced sabre. This was likely made in the early 20th century. The blade has some oxidation and warps. The scabbard is missing the drag. SOLD
In near pristine shape. Some chips in the scabbard's paint. SOLD
A near pristine example of this classical bayonet by the state manufacture of Châtellerault made in 1876. SOLD
This is a near pristine example of the Gras bayonet made by the Tulle manufacture in 1878. Very solid and a nice addition to a bayonet collection. SOLD
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