US Army M1840 Cavalry Wristbreaker Saber

Civil War U.S. Model 1840 Cavalry Saber – Marked WKC Solingen w/ Scabbard “Non-Contract”

Up for sale is a U.S. Model 1840 Cavalry Saber, marked by WKC (Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Cie, Solingen, Germany). This is a “non-contract” import sword, privately purchased during the American Civil War and carried by Union cavalry officers and troopers.

Blade: Classic curved, fullered blade, strongly marked WKC, Solingen on the ricasso. Blade shows honest patina, light wear, and age-consistent handling marks.

Hilt: Regulation brass three-branch guard with integral knuckle bow, retaining grip with lost wire winding.

Scabbard: Steel scabbard included, complete with twin suspension rings. Shows expected field wear, and patina with wartime use.

Condition: Good solid antique condition overall. Blade and hilt are tight, markings clear, and scabbard sound. Honest signs of age and service are visible throughout.

Dimensions: Overall length approx. 41 in.; blade length approx. 35 in.

Collectors’ Note: Known as the “Old Wristbreaker,” the Model 1840 Cavalry Saber saw extensive service during the Civil War. German-made WKC imports were widely carried by Union cavalrymen when U.S. armories could not keep up with demand. A highly desirable Civil War cavalry saber for collectors.