British Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Saber

This historic cavalry saber features a deeply curved steel blade with a broad fuller, a steel stirrup-shaped guard, and a leather grip. The heavy steel scabbard shows minor surface dents. Used extensively during the Napoleonic Wars and the War of 1812, the British Pattern 1796 light cavalry saber was famous for its cutting efficiency. It was a standard sidearm for British horsemen. The blade has a dark gray patina with minor historic pitting near the tip. The leather grip wrap shows typical wear from active service, with the wood core remaining solid.