antique swords in Canada
A nice example of this iconic sabre in great overall shape. The blade has some traces of surface pitting, which gives it patina and character. It was service sharpened. The grip is very solid, with no rattle. The sword was made by Osborn and marked to the Ayrshire Yeomanry Cavalry in Scotland. SOLD
For sale this example of a mourning smallsword, usually carried as the name implies during the first times of a mourning. This cut steel hilt is profusely decorated with steel beads on wires. Some are missing, though this not distract significantly. The blade is rather short, but does not appear to have been shortened. There... Continue Reading →
For sale a patent solid hilt of an 1896 pattern cavalry officer sword. This specific one was carried by Major John Heywood Jocelyn McClintock. Major McClintock was a lieutenant in the 18th hussars during the Second Boer War, and subsequently became a major in the 2nd life guard during the First World War. This sword... Continue Reading →
For sale, an iconic 1796 light cavalry sabre, made by Dawes of Birmingham. This sabre is in surprisingly good shape, is very solid with no rattle. Although the scabbard is in near relic condition, the rest of the sword held up well, especially the blade, which was protected by a thick layer of grease, allowing... Continue Reading →
This is a very nice example of a best quality Wilkinson sabre made in 1913 by the famous high end sword company. The sword is a solid hilt type, meaning that it does not have the swivel counter-guard that was regulation on this pattern. It was retailed by Gieve Matthews and Seagrove Ltd. The scabbard... 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 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 →
A fine 1845 sabre, the maker is unknown, but based on the initials and the family crest, it was made for H.H. Harwood. This would probably be Henry Harwood Esq. (1809-1886) who became Deputy Lieutenant to Middlesex County in 1867. Although now purely ceremonial, the Lieutenancy used to be responsible for the various militias in... 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 →
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