NAPOLEONIC WAR GERMAN LIGHT CAV. OFFICER SABER

NAPOLEONIC WAR GERMAN LIGHT CAV. OFFICER SABER
Napoleonic War German Light Cavalry Hussar Officer Saber. Single-edged steel blade with fuller, shows a 18 3/4" in length blued finish with dry-point etching and gold wash on both sides. Maker mark "P. Knecht, in Solingen" engraved on the ricasso. Leather buffer pad present. Steel Hilt with stirrup guard and dual rain guard shields. Leather covered grip with twisted wire. Steel scabbard. Blade Length: 31 3/4" | Total Length: 36 1/2"
Condition Report: Good. Blued finish is approximately 50% remaining, blade and hilt have pitting.