A nice addition to my collection.

[captaindrew]

I've been on the hunt for a while for a good M1850 Foot Officer's Sword. I've been asked to serve as an officer in one of the reenactment groups I belong to. I really wanted an original sword over a reproduction. Wanted a solid piece with a metal scabbard that could be used in the field yet not so pristine I'd that I'd feel horrible if I dinged it by use and not break the bank either. I wasn't seeing what I wanted on line so I asked @ucvrelics for advice. He said he'd be heading to a few shows and would keep an eye out. Well he did and spotted exactly what I was looking for and picked it up for me and I received it yesterday. He absolutely nailed it, it's exactly what I wanted. I can't thank him enough for his help. It's an imported M1850 made by Wilhelm Clauberg of Solingen, Germany

 

[captaindrew]

 

[JOHN42768]

Very nice, great condition

 

[captaindrew]

Very nice, great condition

Thanks

 

[DixieRifles]

Sweet!

 

[Rusk County Avengers]

Great acquisition, congratulations on the I'm sure well earned promotion, and @ucvrelics can be good for something every once in awhile!

(Being serious on ucv, he excels at scrounging CW relics of every kind.)

 

[Johnny Shafto]

This elicited a very sincere WOW! at this end. Congrats.

 

[bobinwmass]

Great choice! We don't have much for reenactments in western New England, but when I do see a group I so much prefer to see them carrying original weapons as opposed to reproductions.

 

[captaindrew]

Great acquisition, congratulations on the I'm sure well earned promotion, and @ucvrelics can be good for something every once in awhile!

(Being serious on ucv, he excels at scrounging CW relics of every kind.)

That he is! And thanks

 

[Sundance]

Great sword. You'll carry it in a reenactment knowing that perhaps it was in the real thing 150 plus years ago. Sort of a Twilight Zone moment. Hopefully it won't suck you back 156 years. If it does, let us know.

 

[Patrick H]

I know practically nothing about swords and sabers, but I'd be very happy to own a piece like that!

 

[UCVRelics]

I've been on the hunt for a while for a good M1850 Foot Officer's Sword. I've been asked to serve as an officer in one of the reenactment groups I belong to. I really wanted an original sword over a reproduction. Wanted a solid piece with a metal scabbard that could be used in the field yet not so pristine I'd that I'd feel horrible if I dinged it by use and not break the bank either. I wasn't seeing what I wanted on line so I asked @ucvrelics for advice. He said he'd be heading to a few shows and would keep an eye out. Well he did and spotted exactly what I was looking for and picked it up for me and I received it yesterday. He absolutely nailed it, it's exactly what I wanted. I can't thank him enough for his help. It's an imported M1850 made by Wilhelm Clauberg of Solingen, Germany View attachment 411603View attachment 411604View attachment 411605View attachment 411602

Glad you like it. With the nice US motif etching I almost keep it Always glad to help out my CWT family.

 

[redbob]

Once again, it was a joy to behold to watch the ole arab camel trader at work...dealer on dealer crime at it's best.

 

[Cavalier]

That is really special! What a beauty! And to be able to carry it at a reenactment will be quite a thrill. Thanks very much for the photos and the story of how you came to own it. @ucvrelics is the man!

John

 

[captaindrew]

Once again, it was a joy to behold to watch the ole arab camel trader at work...dealer on dealer crime at it's best.

I would've liked to have seen him in action. Hope to get the opportunity one of these days.

 

[captaindrew]

Glad you like it. With the nice US motif etching I almost keep it Always glad to help out my CWT family.

Much appreciated, I wouldn't have blamed you if you had.

 

[captaindrew]

That is really special! What a beauty! And to be able to carry it at a reenactment will be quite a thrill. Thanks very much for the photos and the story of how you came to own it. @ucvrelics is the man!

John

Thanks John! Pictures of me using it were requested. The officer kit is still a work in progress but will have it put together soon.

 

[Cavalier]

@captaindrew I second the request for photos of you in all your martial finery with you original sword and look forward to them.

Thanks, John

 

[ConfederateCanuck]

Glad you like it. With the nice US motif etching I almost keep it Always glad to help out my CWT family.

I need one of those too!! Start working on it UCV...

 

[Pete Longstreet]

Very nice! Thanks for sharing!