Schweitzer Saber (Swiss Horseman's Saber) circa 1640
Region of Manufacture: | Solingen, Germany |
Period: | circa 1640 |
Overall Length: | 37" (approx.) |
Blade Length: | 31 1/2" (approx.) |
Blade Material: | Steel |
*Condition: | Very Good (please refer to photographs) |
Stock No: | 000152 |
A Scarce and Desirable German/Swiss Dog Head Pommel Saber Circa 1640.
The broad 31 and 1/2 inch blade with flat spine engraved with Solingen running wolf and struck with cabalistic marks to protect the wearer during battle.
Blade is 1 and 1/8th inch wide at ricasso with a long single fuller extending to within 8 inches of point.
Steel guard with finger loop and embossed brass plate decorated with florals. Twisted brass wire bound grip with brass caps. Heavy brass pommel cast and chased as a dog’s head.
Condition of blade is good with some staining and clear running wolf on both sides. Hilt is good as is grip and pommel.
Sword is very tight and appears homogenous.
A scarce and sought after type of sword.
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