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Title Heavy Cavalry sabre, 1860 model (Savoy)
Nationality Italian
Period c 1860s
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This German-made sabre was carried by the Savoy Heavy Cavalry in the war against Austria in 1866. It is maker marked 'ZL' in a small square punch applied on the drag, forte and rear of the guard, together with an 'S' in a circle (for Savoy?). The Light Cavalry had a sabre with a simple 'D' guard.

This is almost certainly a Solingen product, but by a maker I cannot trace.

The blade (35.25" blade, 1.30" wide at the forte) has a very light mottled age patina and has been professionally sharpened some 10" from the forte on the leading edge and for some 6/7" on the reverse at the point. The scabbard throat has been riveted in position and there is a well executed brazing seam on the reverse leading edge of the scabbard.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Edged Weapons : Swords : Italian : 19th Century]

testimonials

[From a vendor, rather than a buyer]

I'm delighted that you are happy with the badge and I hope you can sell it to someone who will value owning it.

I tried to sell it on eBay but they won't accept Nazi items. I then contacted several dealers via a Google search who mostly offered me £40-£50 after some haggling. Most of the other dealers tried to conceal its true value in their replies and also lacked manners which doesn't inspire confidence.

Ultimately it's about trust. I should think that most prospective sellers have done their own research and therefore know roughly what their item is worth. You were the only dealer who had the integrity to concede that my valuation was approximately correct and I respect your comment that you can't offer this as you need to make a profit. Your honest approach is greatly appreciated and I felt comfortable taking the risk in sending it to you.

Thank you for a smooth transaction

C D, UK, 01.07.2015

Just a short note to let you know that I have collected the Police fur cap this morning from the Post Office. I am really happy with it, and for sure I will give a thumbs-up to your service. This was the first item I ever bought from you, and I hope it will not be the last.

I G, Malta, 03.10.2005

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