Apr 12, 2022 · When I look at these Civil War swords, I look for a few things. The first, and easiest to inspect, is the inspection stamps opposite the manufacturer. It is important to know that the …

Apr 20, 2009 · Civil war swords and knifes are being remade by blacksmiths which makes it even more scary trying to collect them. I now stay away from the civil war stuff unless its guarenteed …

Oct 22, 2024 · The swords are to be cut and thrust; the blade to be not less than twenty-six inches long, and not less than one inch wide at the hilt. The belt must be made with a frog, so as to …

Mar 27, 2020 · Here is a bit of history about M.C. Lilley & Co. From modest beginnings in 1864, the M. C. Lilley & Company eventually became world renowned as manufacturers of regalia. …

Jan 5, 2007 · These swords were made after the style of the regulation "1860" Staff & Field Officers Sword that was worn until 1902. Here is an example of a standard regulation GAR …

Aug 4, 2025 · I don't believe it is a House of Swords replica either. It reminds of some stuff that was coming out of China in the last 10 years. There are more qualified experts out their than I …

Mar 15, 2017 · Initially all M1859 sergeants' swords were worn with a frog, but latter, probably the early 1880s, senior Staff NCOs were authorized to wear their swords with slings such as on …

Jan 3, 2014 · Here's a place to show methods for displaying swords. I'll start it off with a variation of the crossed swords - in this case a crossed sword and scabbard: The hanging display …

Sep 27, 2025 · Yes, these 1906 iron hilt swords came from Ames with a scabbard that had two iron rings placed close together. Your Cavalry sword did not come from the factory with this …

Sep 2, 2012 · If all the swords manufactured during the Civil War were issued half of the Union Army would have been dragging swords around. At the end of the Civil War there were literally …