Original U.S Civil War Era M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by P.S. Justice with Scabbard Spanish Military Equipment Initially the aircraft flew observation

Initially the aircraft flew observation or dropped messages

The hilt is in good worn condition with no splits

The most interesting aspect of this grouping is that the M1 helmet shell has 8 hand painted white swass of the right ear which

and just a bit of age toning on the white areas

such as the blade on this example

Original U.S Civil War Era M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by P.S. Justice with Scabbard Spanish Military Equipment Initially the aircraft flew observationOriginal item: Only One Available. This heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, and was the principal cavalry saber used until the Model of 1860 was introduced. As such it was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. Some examples were made in the United States, while many others were imported from Germany. This example is marked by U. S. Military Contractor P. S. Justice