Largest selection of genuine antique weapons for sale in UK, visit our website andrewbottomley.com. A scarce steel hilted early hanger or short sword from the era of the American Revolutionary war. Circa 1775-1783. Iron knuckle-bow. The single edged blade with one narrow fuller, blade length approx 23 inches. Very nice plain bone grip with its cross-hatching now well worn. Blade with some minor wear and rusting, otherwise in good overall condition. The grip is a good colour with a nice period patina to the metal. A very good authentic piece dating from the time of the U.S. Revolutionary war era or earlier. Overall length approx 28 inches. Ref 9514.
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