Lot 39:
French Model 1833 Naval Boarding Cutlass
Description
A French Model 1833 naval boarding cutlass, officially the saber d’abordage modèle 1833. Probable manufacture: Châtellerault state arms factory, circa 1840-50s. Identifying features include the blackened cast-iron ribbed grip, integral knuckle bow and half-basket guard, downturned quillon, and broad, slightly curved blade with a long shallow fuller. These were issued to French enlisted sailors for close combat and shipboard security. Also purchased for the American Navy. Dimensions: 26.5″ Blader, 33″ Overall
Condition report:
Good condition, very good blade, Guard and grip has oxidation
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