A pallash M an XI for cuirassier troopers, dated 1814
Sturdy, single-edged blade with double fullers on both sides (spotty, partially pitted, notched) with a point point aligned with the spine, the blade spine with the maker's etching “Mfture na du Klingenthal Coulaux fréres Enfin 1814”, on the reverse at the ricasso the acceptance marks “B” and “W” (or M). Brass knuckle-bow hilt with three obverse guard bars (“cat's paws”) and an oval guard plate, the knuckle-bow with oval acceptance marks (“B” ...). Heavy iron scabbard (later replacement) with two movable suspension rings. Replaced earlier sword knot of whitened leather. Heavy signs of use and age. Length 116.5 cm. Made after the abdication of Emperor Napoleon I (11. 4. 1814) and before his return from the island of Elba in 1815.
Condition: II - III
Sturdy, single-edged blade with double fullers on both sides (spotty, partially pitted, notched) with a point point aligned with the spine, the blade spine with the maker's etching “Mfture na du Klingenthal Coulaux fréres Enfin 1814”, on the reverse at the ricasso the acceptance marks “B” and “W” (or M). Brass knuckle-bow hilt with three obverse guard bars (“cat's paws”) and an oval guard plate, the knuckle-bow with oval acceptance marks (“B” ...). Heavy iron scabbard (later replacement) with two movable suspension rings. Replaced earlier sword knot of whitened leather. Heavy signs of use and age. Length 116.5 cm. Made after the abdication of Emperor Napoleon I (11. 4. 1814) and before his return from the island of Elba in 1815.
Condition: II - III
