1908 Pattern WW1 British Cavalry Trooper's Sword, Sold

In good condition, an Enfield made 1908 Pattern WW1 British Cavalry Trooper's Sword with Mole made Scabbard, complete with belts.

This sword would have seen service in World War One, clearly marked as 9 '12 (September 1912) to the blade. But it ended up in British India (though it is not an Indian pattern 1908, but a true British one) and in a Mole made scabbard (such "marriages were very common"). What make this one interesting is the serpent S buckle on the belts. It has lost its war time camouflage paint and been well polished, so it was clearly used as a parade sword in its later service life.

The 35 inch steel blade is in good condition and firm in the hilt. The plated steel hilt / guard good but with some tiny specs. Grip in good order, marked "99" (or "66"), most likely a weapon number. The plated steel scabbard in good order but aged and with some plating loss / light rust patches. The sword sheathes and draws well. The sword know in good shape. The belts good but with some age and staining.

A good example and with belts! Nicely priced at just £? (too late, now sold). Please quote item reference number V93 (1052). Further / full sized pictures available upon request.