Original U.S. Civil War Model 1852 Officer’s Sword with Triple Etched French Blade by Klingenthal and Leather Scabbard Russian Antique Guns The label definitely shows age

The label definitely shows age

1941 just ten days after the attack on Pearl Harbor

Visibility was hampered by poor weather conditions as the C-47's crossed the English Channel during the first hours of the 6th of June 1944

The ebony grip is a nice example showing in great shape except for a crack on the reverse near the cross guard

The carriage received a modified shoulder guard and traverse controls (carriage M4A1

Original U.S. Civil War Model 1852 Officer’s Sword with Triple Etched French Blade by Klingenthal and Leather Scabbard Russian Antique Guns The label definitely shows ageOriginal Item: Only One Available: This is a complete example of a U. S. Navy Model 1852 Officers Sword, the blade being manufactured at Manuf're a Klingenthal, as marked on the spine. This was the former location of the first Royal Weapons Factory in France. While it lost the "Royal Manufactory" status in 1838, it continued to produce edged weapons continuously until the mid 20th century. This particular sword features a triple etched French blade,