Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - Imported German Blade - Excellent African Militaria 145 stamped below the maker

145 stamped below the maker mark

The revolver looks to be in 9mm Lefaucheux pinfire chambering

were staged to the Moanalua Ridge Seabee encampment in the Hawaiian Territory

Regulations in mid-1942 introduced gilt cord piping for the Motor Vehicle Drivers trade badge to signify "distinguished performance as a driver"

Blade Length: 18 ¾”

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber with Scabbard - Imported German Blade - Excellent African Militaria 145 stamped below the makerOriginal item: Only One Available. This Heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, but was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. This fine example bears absolutely no makers markings, which most likely indicates that it was an import during the U. S. Civil War, and the lack of markings obscures the origin. Both North and South imported Swords and guns from Europe and