FRENCH REGULATION ENLISTED MAN'S INFANTRY SWORD CIRCA

For a nearly identical example, see plate 54.S on page 79 of "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. This sword, known as the "pontat simple" in French, served as the regulation form for French Grenadiers and enlisted infantry men between 1750 and 1754. Another identical example is located in the Medfield, Massachusetts Historical Society and was likely a war trophy brought home by a Massachusetts soldier. There is also an excavated example that was found in a well at Place Royal, Quebec. The straight, tapered, single-edged blade has a single fuller on each side along the top of the blade. The brass hilt features a half-clamshell guard and stirrup hilt. The brass pommel has an integral capstan. Grip is wrapped with braided brass wire with a ferrule at both ends. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark brown patina, cutting edge shows some "battle" nicks. Hilt retains a dark mustard patina and has not been polished. Grip excellent. A very nice example of an American-used French and Indian War sword. Blade Length: 25 - 3/4" Overall Length: 31 - 1/2" Paperwork: Description