British Heavy Cavalry Sword - 1796 Pattern

The 1796 Heavy Cavalry Sword was based on the Austrian 1775 pattern sword and was used by British Heavy Cavalry regiments such as the Dragoon Guards. The large blade had incredible cutting power but was cumbersome to use. It is perhaps most famous as the sword used by Richard Sharpe of the 95^th Rifles in the series of books written by Bernard Cornwell.

The polished blade has been forged from AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel and has been well tempered.

Replacement scabbard available separately

Total length: 102 cm
Blade length: 89 cm
Grip length: 9.5 cm
Weight: 1.266 kg
Blade thickness (base): 7.3 mm
Blade thickness (CoP): 5 mm
Blade width (base): 3.4 cm
Blade width (CoP): 3 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 20 cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 21 cm
Blade: AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.