Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with M-1860 Hilt & Scabbard - Field-Replaced Imported German Blade 16th Century The blade of this example

The blade of this example measures 30 3/8 inches

There are no markings we can find on either the fife or case

The top “ball” is a classic example

I took about 10 steps back and charged the two guys in the door

either in the German or Austro-Hungarian Army

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with M-1860 Hilt & Scabbard - Field-Replaced Imported German Blade 16th Century The blade of this exampleOriginal item: Only One Available. 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 example has the blade of an M 1840 "Old Wristbreaker" saber, but the hilt appears to be that of an M 1860 Light Cavalry Saber. This may have been done during the war by the soldier or a blacksmith, but has resulted in the blade being loose to