Original U.S. Naval Training Cutlass/Sword Circa 1900 - Great White Fleet Era Vietnam war cavalry provided the main means

cavalry provided the main means of reconnaissance for all the combatants during the opening campaigns of the war

This militia horseman’s battle saber is an original contract of 1818 piece made by the firm of Nathan Starr of Middletown

Evacuation and Aid Centers

Size is approximately 47mm and made of brass

Rear site is missing

Original U.S. Naval Training Cutlass/Sword Circa 1900 - Great White Fleet Era Vietnam war cavalry provided the main meansIt features a 24 1 2" rounded tipped blade, with a massive plate iron steel basket type hand guard, a wood grip and a brass pommel cap. It is substantially made but not intended for actual combat use. (Only 5 or 6 known examples) One can easily picture the Great White Fleet of Theodore Roosevelt with sailors undergoing boarding drills with this type of training sword. Overall length is 30. 50 Inches. Please inquire with any questions