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Title Household Cavalry trooper's sabre, 1903 pattern
Nationality British
Period c 1945
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This is the classic sword of both the Royal Horseguards (for which it is actually marked on the quillan 'HG') and the Life Guards. It was made by Wilkinson Sword Company (marked 'WSC' at the forte) and has various issue stamps on the top of the scabbard for 1964, 1968 and 1983. The blade has an issue stamp for 1945.

This sword is the development of the 1821 pattern Heavy Cavalry sabre, which famously saw action at the Charge of the Heavy Brigade at Balaclava on the same day as the Light Brigade charge. However, the pierced version of this hilt is unique to the Household Cavalry. The initials HC with the king's crown above are worked into the fabric of the hilt. This sword would therefore have been made during the reign of the present queen's father, George VI. There are at present no scabbard liners for this sword - I shall endeavour to make them. (Without them, the sword can be ?400.) It comes complete with its buff leather slings.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Edged Weapons : Swords : British : 20th Century]

testimonials

My order arrived this morning, thanks for the prompt delivery.

Two excellent original pieces, I must say.

Buckle is in minty condition retaining so much detail esp plummage on eagle's neck and chest, like to see those 'creases' on the legs also... a beautiful example of an early O&C buckle.

Belt is very interesting, rather thin, CROUPON stamped and also behind the tongue...maybe Allegmeine but no SS markings as you state. Beautiful piece none the less.

Thanks for a speedy transaction Chris, I am very happy with my purchase :)

B M, United Kingdom, 26.10.2018

Thanks very much for the bayonet. I am very happy, I think your photos of your items are great because nothing is hidden and you can clearly see them. (Unlike some other dealers.) Everything was as you describe, I will be keeping a eye on your site for any further bayonets for my collection.

S W, UK, 10.01.2013

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