Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard by P.D. Luneschloss Solingen Swedish Militaria The remainder of Torch's American

The remainder of Torch's American component were the 1st

which was field repainted with a green camouflage paint scheme

This particular example was made in the 1800's probably for ceremonial purposes

The scabbard has been long absent

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard by P.D. Luneschloss Solingen Swedish Militaria The remainder of Torch's AmericanOriginal item: Only One Available. Just purchased from a private collection! This heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, but was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. This fine example is marked by the maker on the blade ricasso with P. D. L inside an oval. This is the maker marking of P. D. Luneschloss of Solingen, Germany. This firm was one of Europe's leading Sword