18th Century Fleur de Lis mark on sword blades

[M ELEY]

Arrgghh! You guys are killing me with these amazing early cutlasses! Sorry, nothing to add on the possible 'French connection', but it is an interesting theory. I've got to get me one of these!!

[Jim McDougall]

Originally Posted by M ELEY

Arrgghh! You guys are killing me with these amazing early cutlasses! Sorry, nothing to add on the possible 'French connection', but it is an interesting theory. I've got to get me one of these!!

Thank you Capn!!! no addition needed, your presence here is just the right salt in the air adding to this discussion

CC, I think that H on the guard might just be a marking convention used by Hollier, but I havent found specific reference to verify.

[CutlassCollector]

Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

Thank you Capn!!! no addition needed, your presence here is just the right salt in the air adding to this discussion

CC, I think that H on the guard might just be a marking convention used by Hollier, but I havent found specific reference to verify.

Hi Jim,

I have been looking as well and have not found another H like that but I did find this link which will take you to another Hollier with the full name used as a mark. Interesting comparison between Brit cutlasses and the US Starr 1808. Looks earlier but makes me think H may not be Hollier after all.

https://americansocietyofarmscollect...DS-vol-123.pdf

Hey Capn, this cutlass not in my collection unfortunately but a lot nearer you. The pictures from a dealer in the US - his private collection, so not yet for sale!

CC

[M ELEY]

Thank you, David. I'll be on the lookout! Also thanks for this amazing article! I'll print it for my records when I get the chance!