WW1 Era British WD 1897 Pattern Henry Wilkinson London Infantry Officer’s Sword With King George V Guard, Etched Blade Number 46608 & Leather Covered Field Service Scabbard. Sn 23633:5 Sword

WW1 Era British WD 1897 Pattern Henry Wilkinson London Infantry Officer’s Sword With King George V Guard, Etched Blade Number 46608 & Leather Covered Field Service Scabbard. Sn 23633:5 - 23633:5

This is an original British 1897 pattern Infantry Officer's sword. These swords were a great improvement on previous patterns with better protection to the hand through its ¾ basket hilt (see page 179 of World Swords by Withers & pages 165-167 of Swords of the British Army by Robson). The sword has a 32 ½” long blade with partial fullers and measures 39” overall. The blade has small areas of staining consistent with age and use, etched foliate panels and GRV (George V Rex). The ricasso has the makers name in etched panel ‘Henry Wilkinson Pall Mall London’ with heraldic Arms and Warranted banner. The reverse has the correct ordnance acceptance proof star and inlaid brass proof roundel. The blade has its original leather hilt washer. The spine of the blade is numbered 46608. It has the full 1897 Pattern knuckle guard with Crown GR V device. It has a curved stepped pommel with ball top and knurled back strap for grip, fish skin covered grip with wire binding in excellent condition. It is complete with leather covered wood field service scabbard. The scabbard has a German silver throat mount. All leather & stitching are clean and intact. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23633:5

£475.00