1788 Patt. British Light Cavalry Officer’s
Sword, sold |
A rare 1788 pattern British light cavalry officer's sword by JJ
Runkel Solingen.
 
An impressive later 1788P with awesome flared hatchet point blade
known to collectors of the superceding 1796P, so about 1793 to 1795
for this sword. 33 inch blade rusted (stabilized, pitting not too
deep) in places and aged / faded generally but with etching remaining
and firm in the hilt, signed JJ Runkel Solingen to the spine. The
hilt solid, the grip's fishskin grip has shrunk a little to leave
a gap at the front (this may expand back with regular applications
of olive oil - yes, that is what you use on fishskin grips). Well
worth the price tag. Further pictures available upon request. Item
reference number 318 (65)
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