Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly From the rust staining on

From the rust staining on the helmet

Helmet features its original paint and leather chinstrap but he liner and liner band are missing

but are otherwise great

lack of a hanoverian bayonet catch

The weapon was apparently later sold ti Siam/Thailand

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Horstmann's & Son with Scabbard Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly From the rust staining onOriginal 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