In aged good condition, a French M1831 Infantry / Artillery / Foot Soldier’s Gladius Short Sword
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Often bought as a Champagne cork remover sword. Cruely termed a “Cabbage Chopper” by the British. This French M1831 Gladius Short Sword for an Infantry / Artillery / Foot Soldier is well worn / used.
The plain 19 inch blade has a nick (to the cutting edge), inert pitting and patina, is well worn but still good and firm in the hilt. The brass hilt / guard and ribbed grip are aged but good. The leather of the sabbard has surface flaking (can be addressed with leather balsam and / or shoe polish) but is sound. The sword sheathes and draws well.
An authentic iconic French M1831 Infantry / Artillery / Foot Soldier’s Gladius Short Sword for only was £? (too late, now sold)! Please quote item reference ZX45. Further / full sized images available upon request. Box 2014 69 x 16 x 15 (1.814).
