blitz67 Posted September 16, 2019 Share #1 Posted September 16, 2019 I found this at a local estate sale this week, I had no idea what it was when I bought it, I believe this is a Confederate "Dog River" sword, can anyone here confirm that? No markings on the blade which is crudely made. Thanks for the help! Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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skypilot6670 Posted September 16, 2019 Share #4 Posted September 16, 2019 I dont think its a dog river. Typical Dog River would have an unstopped fuller, obvious seam on the scabbard, sometimes a lapped seam and brass scabbard throat, hanger, and drag. With crude workmanship the blades typically have carbon faults and sometimes are wavey. I think you have a heavy Cav or whats referred to as a ole wrist breaker . A google search should give you some images to look at. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6th.MG.BN Posted September 16, 2019 Share #5 Posted September 16, 2019 I dont think its a dog river. Typical Dog River would have an unstopped fuller, obvious seam on the scabbard, sometimes a lapped seam and brass scabbard throat, hanger, and drag. With crude workmanship the blades typically have carbon faults and sometimes are wavey. I think you have a heavy Cav or whats referred to as a ole wrist breaker . A google search should give you some images to look at. Hope this helps.+1 Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SARGE Posted September 17, 2019 Share #6 Posted September 17, 2019 I agree, not a Confederate made sword. Most likely a generic Yankee heavy cavalry saber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Rogers Posted September 23, 2019 Share #7 Posted September 23, 2019 The screw at the throat of the scabbard marks it as an import 1840 style, likely German made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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