Giant British 1788 Light Cavalry Sabre

Bryce · 4th August 2024, 04:53 AM

G'day Awdaniec666,
There is a lot of variation between examples of British 1788 light cavalry swords, particularly between different makers. My sword is a custom made sword for an officer, rather than a regulation sword for a trooper. The blade and grip are both much larger than regulation and the regulations also didn't include a folding "attack hilt". There is no doubt that it is British made rather than continental and it can be positively dated to 1792-5, but I agree that it is not a "typical" 1788.
Cheers,
Bryce

4th August 2024, 04:53 AM	#5
Bryce Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: North Queensland, Australia Posts: 183	G'day Awdaniec666, There is a lot of variation between examples of British 1788 light cavalry swords, particularly between different makers. My sword is a custom made sword for an officer, rather than a regulation sword for a trooper. The blade and grip are both much larger than regulation and the regulations also didn't include a folding "attack hilt". There is no doubt that it is British made rather than continental and it can be positively dated to 1792-5, but I agree that it is not a "typical" 1788. Cheers, Bryce Attached Images