Product Description
WORLD WAR I Dated WILKINSON P1908 BRITISH CAVALRY Trooper’s Saber SCABBARD
1915 Manufactured Early in WORLD WAR I
Here we present a World War I Era Wilkinson Pattern 1908 British Cavalry Trooper’s Saber, manufactured in London, England in November of 1915. The Pattern 1908 cavalry trooper’s sword (and the 1912 Pattern, the equivalent for officers) was the last service sword issued to the cavalry of the British Army. It has been called the most effective cavalry sword ever designed, although its introduction occurred as swords finally became obsolete as military weapons. In use, it, like other thrust-based cavalry swords, is best described as a one-handed lance, due to its complete lack of utility for anything but the charge. In fact, the closely related U.S. Model 1913 Cavalry Saber was issued with only a saddle scabbard, as it was not considered to be of much use to a dismounted cavalryman. Colonial troops, who could expect to engage in melee combat with opposing cavalry frequently carried cut and thrust swords either instead of, or in addition to, the Pattern 1908.
The overall length of this saber is 41 inches with a 36-1/4 inch blade and has a “11-15” date. It is equipped with an iron hilt, a sharkskin grip, and a leather scabbard.
The overall condition is very good. Straight mostly bright blade with a bit of an edge to it. Solid hilt with original ray skin grip. Clear markings. The wood and leather scabbard are also well marked and in very good condition.
Overall length: 41 inches.
Blade length: 36-1/4 inches.
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Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1200
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