Original U.S. Civil War Rare Model 1860 Naval Cutlass by Ames Mfg. Co. with Wooden Grips
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a fair example of the rarely seen U.S. Naval Cutlass, as used from 1860-1865. The boarding cutlass was derived from the French pattern of 1833, often referred to as a “cullere a pot,” or more commonly called the “soup ladle” weapon. It features all brass mounts and a leather-wrapped wooden sword grip. These were never bound in brass wire even though there are grooves. There are 2 cracks in the handle which make a piece of the grip loose.
The curved 26 inch blade's ricasso has been severely sharpened down, getting rid of the markings that would have originally been there. This model was only manufactured by Ames, so there is no doubt that is who manufactured this example, but we are unsure of the exact year as it is no longer there. The blade appears fair and is still tight to the hilt, but there are quite a few pitting marks and heavy sharpening.
The grip of this example has likely been preserved using a wood preservative, but does not appear to have been replaced. It appears much brighter than other examples we’ve seen. The brass basket handguard also appears brighter than normal, but much of the finish has worn away. A very interesting example.
Offered in fair but gorgeous condition, original Civil War Naval Cutlasses are getting harder and harder to find every year! Ready for further research and display!
Specifications:
Blade Length: 25½"
Blade Style: Curved Single Edge w/ Fuller
Overall length: 31¼“
Basket dimensions: 4 1/2" width x 5” length
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