In sound condition, a 1914 made WW1 British Army Sservice Corps Officer’s Wilkinson Sword
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Serial number 45778 on the blade’s spine for 1914. The blade has been thinly replated long after that war and the plating has given way in many places; a modern DIYer should have no problem in removing it all. It appears to say “Army Service Corps“, which makes sense as the sword has a 3 bar guard, not the WW1 era infantry / artillery etc. 1897P half basket guard.
The 32 1/4 inch replated blade has several, sometimes large patches of plating loss, but is sound and firm in the hilt. The hilt / guard, partly hidden by the sword knot (such areas unseen), has a steady milky tarnish (can be quite easily improved / cleaned off). Black fishskin grip in good condition, as are the twisted grip wire bindings. Leather sword knot in aged / worn but good condition. Leather field service scabbard in good condition but with paint spots / wear / age. The sword sheathes and draws well.
A WW1 ASC officer’s Wilkinson Sword with a lot of potential for only £300. Please ask for item reference AJ28. Further / full sized images available upon request. Box 2293 110 x 13 x 13 (1.61).
