Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - Imported German Blade - Excellent Manufacture Type_New Made Items Widely scattered oil slicks with

Widely scattered oil slicks with occasional debris were found

This example is SA Marked on the interior

- x4 Pictures: The pictures are of Sullivan training in Texas with the smallest photo being his Army ID picture

Blade Length: 14 1/2"Blade Style: MacheteOverall length: 20 1/2“Scabbard Length: 15 1/2" + belt loop

Some reference materials may state that this was made in 1888

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - Imported German Blade - Excellent Manufacture Type_New Made Items Widely scattered oil slicks withOriginal 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 fine example bears absolutely no makers markings, which most likely indicates that it was an import during the U. S. Civil War, and the lack of markings obscures the origin. Both North and South imported Swords and guns from Europe and