Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. The Model 1902 Army Officers' Saber is the current sword used by officers of the United States Army. The official nomenclature for the current regulation U.S. Army saber is “saber for all officers, Model 1902”. It was adopted on July 17, 1902 by authority of General Order No. 81. The M1902 saber was authorized for all officers, both infantry and cavalry, with the exception of Chaplains. The lightly curved blade measures between 30-34 inches long with weights initially specified by the U.S. Army to be between 20.2 and 22.8 ounces (573 to 647 grams) and a point of balance of 3.25 inches from the hilt as specified for infantry sabers.
This fine example looks to be from the early 20th century, possibly WWI era, and is in very nice condition. As with most, it is fully nickel plated, with a triple-etched slightly curved blade, and a nickel plated steel scabbard. The etching on the blade shows the standard heraldry of the U.S. Army with U.S. and E PLURIBUS UNUM, and various stands of arms.
The ricasso is etched with an unknown maker or supplier information:
ALFREDO
KOENSCH
& CO. INC.
MANILA
There is a large panel on one side, where usually the officer's name or initials would be etched or engraved, but this example was never personalized in that fashion. Condition is very good, though there is some oxidation and wear to the nickel plate, which has started to bubble up and flake on the scabbard. There is also some wear through on the hilt, which has minor movement. The leather blade buffer is still present as is the sword knot.
A very nice example, ready to add to your collection!
Approximate Dimensions:
Blade Length: 30"
Blade Style: Curved Single Edge w/ Fuller
Overall length: 35 1/2“
Guard dimensions: 5" width x 5” length
Scabbard length: 30 1/2”
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