antique swords in Canada
This is a rare version of the famous 1845 pattern for infantry officers. This one was made for the National Guard, which can be attested by it's marking on the back of the blade "P.D.L." which stands for "Propriété de l'État". Given that this sabre was made in 1868, it was probably used by the... Continue Reading →
This is a restored 1821 French infantry officer sabre, non-regulation. The grip was probably completely restored, with new leather and wire, and the blade repeened. There is a little bit of movement in the guard, but this could be easily corrected with shims. The blade is Solingen made, with the initials of the maker still... Continue Reading →
This 1896 began its life in the hands of Oscar Evan Boulton TD in 1891 (I shall come back on this later), an officer in the Ayrshire Yeomanry Cavalry. Boulton was born in 1866 in a noble London family and passed away in 1942. As part of this volunteer regiment, Boulton served in the Second Boer... Continue Reading →
This 1896 is a good example of the non-pattern that is the 1896, which is essentially a 1821 heavy cavalry, the pattern becoming the defacto sabre for all types of cavalry officers in 1896. This example was made by Hawks & Co. based in Picadilly, London, between 1901 and 1908. It has the serial number 6573... Continue Reading →
For sale, this copper kozuka: a companion knife made to fit in a Japanese sword's scabbard. This one is equipped with a likely modern blade in order to fit in an existing scabbard, but retains the original handle showing two armored samurais practicing archery. Please not that this kozuka does not fit in the moroha... Continue Reading →
This is a very good and sturdy example of a 1845 sabre, the pattern which inspired many other military sabres across the world. This specific blade was made by Chatelrault in 1882. Based on the rack number (matching on the sword and the scabbard) and the makers mark we know that this was meant for... Continue Reading →
Swords that bear Canadian marks prior to WW1 are rather rare, even more so in the case of cavalry ones. This 1896 bears the usual beaver symbol that is found on Canadian sabres, which otherwise retained all the hallmarks of British ones. The sword is marked with Edward VII's cypher, dating it between 1902 and... Continue Reading →
This is a rare opportunity to own an early 17th century piece likely German made in the "Walloon hilt" style. While most Walloon hilted swords have straight broad blades, this specific example differs by its short sabre blade, while retaining the pierced steel guard and thumb ring typical of an early Walloon. The guard is... Continue Reading →
This sword was likely made during the Napoleonic wars and includes elements that can be found in many different sabres from the french army. The handle is an interesting mix of the design of an Imperial Guard briquet and an An IX cavalry officer sabre. This sword was likely carried by an infantry officer as no official... Continue Reading →
The briquet is one of the most iconic sabres produced during the First Empire. It equipped all line infantry soldiers and was used as a weapon and a tool. This particular example is an An XI pattern (1802) and still shows some of its original marks. The spine is marked Manufacture Impériale, and while unfortunately... Continue Reading →
The bulova is a typical form of Indian battle axe which was used for several centuries. This example is of a very rudimentary design but surprisingly lightweight, with a very simple blade which retains some edge and a roughly shaped wooden shaft. It dates possibly from the 19th century. The brass wire is probably not... Continue Reading →
It is rare to find an 1897, apart from a Wilkinson, which can be specifically pointed to WW1, as George V whose cipher can be found on these blades reigned from 1910 to 1936. This sword is such a rare find. If not for a few faint blemishes, one could believe that this sword had been... Continue Reading →
This is a gorgeous example of the 1821 officer sabre made by a scarce maker or retailer: J. Gibbons of Canterbury. It is rare that engravings remain on earlier blades as they tend to be fairly shallow, but in this case the blade is in pristine condition. This early Victorian sabre was likely made for... Continue Reading →
The 1908 is one of the most famous swords for having been used in the First World War, and being one of the last swords created for combat. Although usually used by troopers, this particular one might have been used by an officer, judging by the cut down scabbard's rings. This is a practice that... Continue Reading →
For sale this unusual example of a Rifles Officer sabre of the 1845 pattern (with Wilkinson designed blade). The blade is in pristine shape, with no corrosion. The blade is unmarked, except for the usual etchings of a Victorian Rifle Regiment. It does bear the usual proof mark of Mole, one of the top sword... Continue Reading →
This is a very unique piece of rehilting done in the 19th century. During the romantic era, it was common to rehilt older blades -sometimes family heirlooms- on new hilts. In this case, a late 16th to early 17th century German broadsword blade was attached to a 19th century brass hilt decorated with the arms... Continue Reading →
This is a splendid example of an1850 foot officer pattern from the United States Army. This sabre was made at Klingenthal in France and bears inspector marks dating the sword to the Civil War. The blade has a nice patina with crisp etchings. The whole sword is solid with no rattle or bend. The grip... Continue Reading →
Also known as the boot knife, this type of blade was introduced in WW1 and continued to be used in WW2. This particular example is of the single edged clip point variant, and probably dates from WW2. It is in pristine condition, with only some of the scabbard's paint missing. These knives are relatively rare, as... Continue Reading →
This is a very nice example of an 1845 artillery officer sabre made by the most renowned sword maker of Britain. The blade of his sword is in great condition with a light patina that highlights the gorgeous Victorian etchings. The blade was made in 1861 for Willoughby Bathurst Hemans, son of George Willoughby Hemans, a famous... Continue Reading →
This iconic sabre was in use in the French Army from its inception in 1845 until 1916. This specific example is marked to Manufacture de Klingenthal Coulaux ainé et Cie (Factory of Klingenthal, Coulaux Senior and Co.) one of the most prolific sword makers of the 19th century. It bears the inspection marks of B... Continue Reading →
For sale, a stout example of an 1831 gladius. This sword was issued to most infantry soldiers as a weapon to replace the briquet sabre, but also an everyday tool to build entrenchments or cut wood. for this reason, it sports a rather impressive leaf blade. It is marked to a maker I have not... Continue Reading →
For sale, this 1845 pattern Rifles Volunteers officer sabre made by Pillin in London for Nodder of Liverpool. The nickle plated blade is in near mint condition, with barely visible corrosion and marked "By Pillin, London for Nodder, Church St. Liverpool" and "Volunteer Rifles". The hilt is in excellent condition, very tight and solid. the... Continue Reading →
For sale, this Moroha Zukuri tanto possibly from the late 16th century to the late 17th century. The piece sits in a very nice and tight koshirae with horn kashira, tsuba and kojiri. It could fit in a companion piece which is missing, and has some very discrete cracks on the saya that don't distract... Continue Reading →
The 1857 pattern is a scarce model that was designed for the Royal Engineers. It was produced for a short time and it was equipped with what was known as the Singh's Regular Cavalry hilt. This specific sword was made in August 1872 to an unnamed client by Wilkinson, arguably the most renowned British sword... Continue Reading →
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