jw517 Posted May 22, 2017 Share #1 Posted May 22, 2017 Can anybody I.D. this sword for me? I might buy it if it is not made in China or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jw517 Posted May 22, 2017 Author Share #3 Posted May 22, 2017 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! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SARGE Posted May 22, 2017 Share #4 Posted May 22, 2017 Made in the British style but a photo of the insignia on the guard will help determine that. Not a US sword type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted May 22, 2017 Share #5 Posted May 22, 2017 Yes need pics of the basket and if any marks on the ricasso. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Posted May 22, 2017 Share #6 Posted May 22, 2017 The experts for this British style sword are at www.swordforum.com. Some additional photos will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw517 Posted May 22, 2017 Author Share #7 Posted May 22, 2017 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! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted May 22, 2017 Share #8 Posted May 22, 2017 Maybe a start...less than 10 seconds on google and typed in British Infantry officers sword.THis one came up as a 1822 pattern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw517 Posted May 22, 2017 Author Share #9 Posted May 22, 2017 They all look different. I have not seen two exactly alike. Maybe that means there are no fakes out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted May 22, 2017 Share #10 Posted May 22, 2017 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw517 Posted May 22, 2017 Author Share #11 Posted May 22, 2017 Maybe the smart thing to do is steer clear of what I don't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmooser Posted May 23, 2017 Share #12 Posted May 23, 2017 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritz Posted May 23, 2017 Share #13 Posted May 23, 2017 Definatly european, can we get a clear shot of the cypher on the guard? any maker marks? Fritz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw517 Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share #14 Posted May 23, 2017 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw517 Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share #15 Posted May 23, 2017 I guess I'd just like to know if anyone sees anything jumping out at them saying something isn't right with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SARGE Posted May 23, 2017 Share #16 Posted May 23, 2017 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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