501152 Nashville Plow Works Cavalry Saber

501152 Nashville Plow Works Cavalry Saber This fine saber has a 1075 high carbon steel blade with full tang and is well tempered. Grip is black leather wrapped and twisted brass wire. A rare chance to own a unique piece of US wartime history. An authentic replica of the highest caliber. Prior to the Civil War, Messrs. Sharp & Hamilton operated a farming implement company under the trade name of Nashville Plow Works. With the war looming, the owners converted their establishment into an armory. The Nashville Plow Works continued operations until April 1, 1862, when the city was taken by Federal troops. This sword has a cast brass guard, with both CSA and Nashville Plow Works also cast in block letters on the underside of the guard. The pommel and back strap are of one piece and of brass. The scabbard is blackened steel with brass mounts. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts. Overall: 39" Blade: 34" x 1-1/8" x 3/166" Wt: 1 lb/12 oz Sword can be personalized from grip to tip in fuller on one line with up to 25 characters. Scabbard can be personalized from grip to tip with up to 2 lines with 25 characters per line. Click here for details on our personalization service.