Original European 18th Century Sawback Hanger Short Sword with Maker Markings - circa 1740 Royal Air Force Offered in nice original condition

Offered in nice original condition but showing issue and storage wear

which is in fine condition

which still remains fairly supple and pliant

The rifle features an excellent un-sanded stock with barely visible 1887 SWP cartouche

Production history

Original European 18th Century Sawback Hanger Short Sword with Maker Markings - circa 1740 Royal Air Force Offered in nice original conditionOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a substantial Pioneer type short Sword or Hanger, with a massive Saw Back to the blade. It is marked on the ricasso with a large interlocked A. T. R. emblem together with an FDZ Maker's mark and M on the top rib of the blade directly in from of the hand guard. The Hilt is all of brass and fitted with a "Stirrup" hilt single hand guard. The brass pommel is marked : No. 132 and a heavy proof mark together with the