This is the model carried by the Chasseurs de Vincennes, also known as Chasseurs d’Orléans, or Chasseurs a pied. A light infantry corps created during the Algerian Invasion. This specific example has a Coulaux blade made around 1850, and comes with a much longer blade than is usually found on these models. It is service... Continue Reading →
SOLD – French early Chasseurs de Vincennes Sabre
This is the model carried by the Chasseurs de Vincennes, also known as Chasseurs d'Orléans, or Chasseurs a pied. A light infantry corps created during the Algerian Invasion. This sword is one of the first examples made, as the model was created in 1838, and based on the Coulaux poincons of the blade, it would... Continue Reading →
SOLD – French Heavy Cavalry Sabre – Crimean War
This sabre is one of a few examples that have been found over the years. Although made in Chatellerault, it is not qui an official model, but most probably a wartime production for the Crimean War, made using parts of the 1854 and 1816 models. This sabre is indeed equipped with an 1816 model blade,... Continue Reading →
SOLD – 1890 Chilean cavalry trooper sword
This is an unusual example of this rather iconic sword. Most 1890s have a slightly longer blade, and do not posses a fullered back at the point like this one. While 1890s are rather common, this one is rather scarce. The 1890 is an interesting sword, produced at the French State manufacture of Chatellerault for... Continue Reading →
SOLD – French 1882 infantry officer sabre
This 1882 model was retailed by Backes et Delacour, the blade coming possibly from Solingen. It is a very light and pointy example. Solidly assembled, it is only missing the grip wire. The scabbard has a deep patina, and the blade has some surface pitting, which could go away with a thorough cleaning. A good... Continue Reading →