Original British WWI Pattern 1895 Light Officer’s Sword and Scabbard by Wilkinson Sword Company - Serial Number 46396 Cannons & Mortars The original SMITH & WESSON

The original SMITH & WESSON address and patent dates are still easily readable on the top strap

This custom provides insight into the fervor of the times

nicknamed the "Wolfhounds"

M1892 bayonet dated 1901

Size is medium - approximately a US 7 1/4 (58cm) and offered in overall very good condition

Original British WWI Pattern 1895 Light Officer’s Sword and Scabbard by Wilkinson Sword Company - Serial Number 46396 Cannons & Mortars The original SMITH & WESSONOriginal Item: Only One Available. In the 1890s a rapid succession of regulation changes happened to British infantry officers' swords. The change was to move away from a cut and thrust saber blade and towards a specialized straight thrusting sword. The introduction of the new thrusting blade was quickly followed by improvements to the handle and guard of the hilt, intended to provide a better grip and greater protection to the hand. This P 1895