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No body home? I looked all over the web and could not find one exactly like it but saw some British swords kind of like it. It has a folding hilt but not sure if that is only a British thing. Help! Help!

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Made in the British style but a photo of the insignia on the guard will help determine that. Not a US sword type.

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Thanks,looked at their forum but can't ask a question unless I join. I don't want to look like one of those types. If t is indeed old I'll grab it if I can. Might be the only sword I ever handle!

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Maybe a start...less than 10 seconds on google and typed in British Infantry officers sword.THis one came up as a 1822 pattern.

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They all look different. I have not seen two exactly alike. Maybe that means there are no fakes out there?

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I would venture to guess there are variations as well as repros.

 

Would have to see how many years the sword or pattern was in use.

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Jw517, great words of wisdom that seldom go heeded? Collectors most always assume they hit the jackpot when buying outside their specific field. And they rarely admit when they strike out.

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Hi Fritz! They have three pics in the sale,it's in another city,preventing me from going there easily. This is the third pic.

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I guess I'd just like to know if anyone sees anything jumping out at them saying something isn't right with it.

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I guess that the bottom line is that it is not a US sword so the thread will be locked. My best guess is that it is supposed to be a British M1822 pattern sword. I think you have the right idea to leave it alone since it is out of your normal bailiwick. Frankly, I always get into trouble when I buy something I am not certain of or a sword without a scabbard.

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