Typical Model 1860 Naval Cutlass in decent condition.  The blade show minor to moderate pitting and appears to have been shortened at the tip.  The length of the blade is 24.75 inches.  On the ricasso you can see the “USN” over “DR” stamp.  The brass guard has been cleaned at one point though remains intact and solid.  On the inside of the guard there are rack numbers “16/466/BI” stamped, see images.  The leather and wire wrap remain intact and are original which makes this unique in that in most cases, this is missing.  On the grip is some buildup from when this was cleaned.  It can be easily removed.  There is no scabbard.

Here is a magnificent caM1820 sword by Horstmann & co. The sword itself has a beautiful blade which shows some minor modeling, but no pitting that I can see. It retains most all of its bluing and gold leaf on both sides, one side is a little better than the other. Otherwise it has a nice military motiff of a drum and cannon. The edge does have a few flea bites, but nothing the detracts from the overall presentation. On the ricasso on both sides is "Horstmann & Co" and you can see it retains the washer. The iron guard has a nice dark patina throughout with no pitting that I can see. The sword comes with a scabbard that fits the sword like a glove. There is no damage noted and it has the rings and mounts still present as is the throat. This is a great looking sword.

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