reisman Posted July 28, 2015 Share #1 Posted July 28, 2015 I am new to your forum, so I apologize in advance for any errors in format, however, you all seem to be very expert in this sort of thing. I understand someone there named SARGE is the specialist on these kinds of swords. At an estate sale about a week ago, I bought a sword for $150, mostly because I thought it was cool looking. I have no idea its age or its authenticity, but I was hoping one of you could help me with information about it. I will attach a series of photos. It has some markings on it - Spartan trademark, also NS Meyer, Inc., New York, and ULVER on the blade. It also has the scabbard with it. Additionally, can you give me some idea of its value. Seems to be in excellent condition - not scratched, pitted, dented, or marred in any way - very pristine and has obviously been well-cared for and kept indoors. Thank you kindly for any information and help you can give me. I love history, love weapons, and love our military, so this sword is a perfect acquisition. Sincerely, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KurtA Posted July 28, 2015 Share #2 Posted July 28, 2015 Do an internet search (and a search on this forum) on M1902 US Army Officer's Sword. You'll find lots of info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
268th C.A. Posted July 28, 2015 Share #3 Posted July 28, 2015 Its a M-1902 US Army officers sword, WW2 or post, black handle. Cant see too much of the blade, is there a name etched into the blade? I think $150.00 is on the money. Named may bring more $$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reisman Posted July 28, 2015 Author Share #4 Posted July 28, 2015 I will attach 2 more photos - one in each post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reisman Posted July 28, 2015 Author Share #5 Posted July 28, 2015 Last set of photos, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reisman Posted July 28, 2015 Author Share #6 Posted July 28, 2015 I don't think it is named - that rectangle seems to be blank. I appreciate the feedback on it and I hope the photo quality is sufficient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reisman Posted July 28, 2015 Author Share #7 Posted July 28, 2015 Also curious about the Star of David down near the handle on one side of the blade - does that mean anything - also ULVER - what is the significance of that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brig Posted July 28, 2015 Share #8 Posted July 28, 2015 The 6 point star is on the Marine NCO sword as well, and I have been trying to figure out why for 11 years without discovering the answer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gomorgan Posted July 28, 2015 Share #9 Posted July 28, 2015 The star of David is a trade mark I believe and Culver is a military school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundance Posted July 28, 2015 Share #10 Posted July 28, 2015 Well Culver rather than ulver solves one mystery. Nice sword and there are many, many M1902 variations. And at reasonable prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brig Posted July 28, 2015 Share #11 Posted July 28, 2015 The star of David is a trade mark I believe and Culver is a military school. I'm not certain of that, as it's been a consistent part of the NCO sword on all makers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry K. Posted July 28, 2015 Share #12 Posted July 28, 2015 Culver Military Academy and Star of Damascus, used on swords to show top quality for centuries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Posted July 29, 2015 Share #13 Posted July 29, 2015 This is is a Model 1902 saber for all officers made by Karl Eickhorn, Solingen, Germany. It was imported and distributed by N.S. Meyer, New York in, according to the mark style, the 1950's It is custom etched for Culver Military Academy, Culver, Indiana. Many Military schools had custom, sometimes rather unique, blade etching. This link will tell you more. http://www.swordforum.com/forums/showthread.php?107950-Swords-amp-Sabers-US-Military-Schools-Academies-and-Inistitutes&highlight=military+schools The picture attached is me at Culver Summer Cavalry School. I have the 1960's version with a different Eickhorn/Meyer trademark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reisman Posted August 13, 2015 Author Share #14 Posted August 13, 2015 I appreciate all the help from everyone on identifying this sword. Obvioulsy it was from Culver Military School, and it has been kept in immaculate condition. Can several of you please give me some idea of its worth or value? Just curious. There is nothing on it that identifies a particular soldier or previousl owner. Thanks, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1SG_1st_Cav Posted August 13, 2015 Share #15 Posted August 13, 2015 Culver Military Acdemay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Posted August 14, 2015 Share #16 Posted August 14, 2015 This is a Model 1902 Saber manufactured by Karl Eickhorn, Solingen, Germany for The N.S. Meyer Co., New York. This example is private marked for Culver Military Academy, Culver, IN. The trade marks date it to the 1950s. If you notice the picture to the left; that is me at Culver Cavalry Summer in 1963. The next year I purchase a saber like this one but with the "squirrel" trade mark used in the 60's and 70's.The price was $37.50. Many schools had unique blade decoration. I have most of them in my collection and can post them on www.swordforum.com. If you want to learn more about cadet swords, follow this link. http://www.swordforum.com/forums/showthread.php?107950-Swords-amp-Sabers-US-Military-Schools-Academies-and-Inistitutes&highlight=us+military+schools Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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