A scarce British C.1900’s 1897 Pattern Infantry NCO’s Sword – Grenadier Guards
This is a seldom seen example of a dated 1911 1897 Pattern Infantry NCO’s Sword carried by a soldier in the Grenadier Guards just prior to WW1. It was made at the Royal Enfield arms factory in London and comprises a nickel plated hilt and blade. Interestingly, the hilt retains the VR (Victoria) cypher and the blade is dated to 1911 – this could have been an economy measure. The grip is wrapped in fishskin and bound with silver twistwire. The blade is regimentally stamped to the Grenadier Guards (GG) on the inner side of the guard. The are also numerous issue marks to the blades fortes. Comes complete with leather field service scabbard.
Condition of the Sword
In excellent condition – blade retains all original nickel plated finish.
Specifications of the Sword
Blade length is 32.5 inches (39 inches overall).
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