Original U.S. Mexican American War & Civil War Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short Sword - Dated 1835 German Documents & Books This inert example offers the

This inert example offers the opportunity to own a full-size “Ma Deuce” assembled with genuine U

The nickel plated fittings are in wonderful condition with the plating retained almost completely

The round still retains clear arsenal stamps which identifies this round as a 81mm HE M374A1 round and is dated 1973

assembly number H 2 can be seen on the grip frame under the grips

Original U.S. Mexican American War & Civil War Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short Sword - Dated 1835 German Documents & Books This inert example offers theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent service worn example of the distinctive U. S. Model 1832 Foot Artillery short sword, popularly nicknamed Americas Gladius because of its obvious resemblance to the ancient Roman short sword. Manufactured by N. P. Ames of Springfield, Massachusetts and dated 1835, this early federal contract example retains its original blade markings, brass hilt, and a particularly desirable combination of U. S.