Good original sword?

[LafayetteCountyDigger]

Hello members is this sword authentic if it is I am gonna buy it the listing says it's a civil war sword that is unmarked and was probably imported and is most likely confederate

 

[UCVRelics]

Hello members is this sword authentic if it is I am gonna buy it the listing says it's a civil war sword that is unmarked and was probably imported and is most likely confederate

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Its not CS for sure

 

[captaindrew]

Looks like a standard cavalry saber to me, nothing that screams Confederate but I'm not an expert sword guy. I wouldn't pay much for it, there's a lot nicer examples on the market for not crazy money. But I'll leave it to the experts like @ucvrelics to tell you for sure.

 

[captaindrew]

Its not CS for sure

You beat me to it as I was typing

 

[LafayetteCountyDigger]

It's 390$

 

[captaindrew]

It's 390$

A known CS sword would be several times more than that. You can find a lot nicer cavalry saber for just a touch more money, I'd say 6 to 7 hundred.

 

[LafayetteCountyDigger]

Thanks for the advice and all the reply's. I'm 14 and short on funds right now my budget is 450 could you point me to a good one for sale

 

[captaindrew]

Thanks for the advice and all the reply's. I'm 14 and short on funds right now my budget is 450 could you point me to a good one for sale

Don't be in a rush. Save a few more dollars and get something nice, you're not too far off. Is a cavalry saber really what you want? There's several collectors on here like the other fellow who replied that I'm sure can point you to what you want.

 

[LafayetteCountyDigger]

Well I don't necessarily want a Calvary saber I want a sword. I'm looking to spend 450

 

[UCVRelics]

@captaindrew is right, Take your time and look around.

 

[LafayetteCountyDigger]

Alright thanks

 

[Grayrock Volunteer]

Next weekend there is an excellent Civil War show in Franklin, Tennessee. If you can make it you'll have a chance to see a variety of things that will fit in your budget. But, I would advise what others have said too, and save your money up some more and look at a little more expensive item that won't require an upgrade later on down the line.

 

[UCVRelics]

Next weekend there is an excellent Civil War show in Franklin, Tennessee. If you can make it you'll have a chance to see a variety of things that will fit in your budget. But, I would advise what others have said too, and save your money up some more and look at a little more expensive item that won't require an upgrade later on down the line.

I and @redbob will be there with bells on as we have 2 tables.

 

[bobinwmass]

Have to agree with everyone else, $375 is too much for a saber in that condition and without a scabbard. While it's hard to hold out and save a bit more for something a bit nicer with a scabbard at your age, it will be worth it. You are not far off. You may want to take a look at Shiloh Relics website to get an idea of some retail prices, but if you can get to a good show you'll probably do better. When I used to sell at shows I would tend to give kids better breaks to get them interested in the hobby.