Original U.S. M-1872 Light Cavalry Officer’s Saber with Nickel-Plated Scabbard by H.V. Allien & Co. of N.Y. Russian Navy though we are not entirely

though we are not entirely sure what the number means

these are very difficult to find on today's market

Note: Each legging is mixed meaning they were made be the different manufacturers and bear the different markings

tropical uniforms headgear and equipment were quickly developed and issued in time for the Deutsches Afrikakorps (German Africa Corps or DAK)

The mounting is a tripod

Original U.S. M-1872 Light Cavalry Officer’s Saber with Nickel-Plated Scabbard by H.V. Allien & Co. of N.Y. Russian Navy though we are not entirelyOriginal Item: Only One Available. The U. S. Model of 1872 Light Cavalry Saber was the second in the series of light cavalry sabers used by the United States. The design was used in the U. S. from about 1872, through the Indian Wars and skirmishes of the 1870's, 1880's and 1890's. This sword, unlike its predecessor, the Model 1860 Light Cavalry, was considered a minor improvement, although many were still not satisfied. The weight of the sword was