British Light Cavalry Sabre - 1796 Pattern

Famed for its use by Britain’s Light Dragoons and Hussars during the Peninsular War and Waterloo, this sword was also supplied to the Prussian Cavalry in great numbers and even found favour in the USA.

This design was suggested for British service by cavalry officer John Gaspard Le Marchant, who believed cavalry swords should be light and have a curved, slashing blade. The long curved blade has been forged from AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel and has been well tempered.

Replacement scabbard available separately

Total Length: 96cm
Blade Length: 83cm
Grip Length: 9.5cm
Weight: 1.078kg
Blade Thickness (base): 6mm 
Blade Width (base): 3.4cm 
Point of Balance (PoB): 22cm
Blade: AISI 1065 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Steel

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