Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The hilt is fully covered

The hilt is fully covered in old dirt

From the rust staining on the helmet

but are otherwise great

The weapon was apparently later sold ti Siam/Thailand

internal custom fit liner was normally used and dark grey leather sections were glued to the outside of the shell to provide a resting surface for the visor in the stowed position and prevent scarring of the helmet surface when raising or lowering visor

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The hilt is fully coveredOriginal item: Only One Available. This heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, and was the principal cavalry saber used until the Model of 1860 was introduced. As such it was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. The sword has all brass mounts, a wood with leather wrapped sword grip, and a nice steel scabbard. The leather of the grip is partly intact, as the leather