Original British Royal Navy 1845 Pattern Naval Cutlass - Rare
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Original Item. Only One Available. The original 1845 pattern cutlasses (of which this is one) can be distinguished from the later models by the larger width of the basket guard and the distance between the grip to the bulge of the guard, which was around 70mm (2 and ¾ inches) in the first pattern. The pommel of the cast grip also swells out considerably on the first pattern. Second pattern guards have an oval piece of metal fitted around the blade and riveted to the inside of the guard. The third pattern, circa 1858 has a narrower basket with a forward pointing lip to the front of the guard and the grip pommel has a much smaller flare.
This is a great and scarce example of the M1845 Naval Cutlass, with a heavily patinated 28 ⅜” blade. The basket shows heavy wear and loss of finish, but is not heavily dented. The overall length is roughly 34 ½”. The grip is now heavily loose on the hilt, but the hilt is in good shape overall.
There is no scabbard, and no markings we can find.
A very rare model of cutlass, ready for display.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 28 3/8"
Blade Style: Naval Cutlass
Overall length: 34 1/2“
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