Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. - Dated 1851 U.S. Helmets/Hats and stored it in the

and stored it in the holster while it dried

including the stylized "P" overpressure proof under the wrist

This custom MA-1 type flight jacket features a blue exterior and orange interior

he and his men came under intense small arms and artillery fire

having a good aged nickel plating

Original U.S Civil War M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. - Dated 1851 U.S. Helmets/Hats and stored it in theOriginal item: Only One Available. This heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, and was the principal cavalry saber used until the Model of 1860 was introduced. As such it was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. Many examples made during the Civil War era utilized imported German Blades, however this example was made by Ames Manufacturing Co., one of the largest sword