Britse officiers spadroon 1796, semi-scherp Middeleeuwse monnikspijen This type of axe head

This type of axe head is classified as Petersen type C

It is completely handmade of 1

A Japanese artificial whetstone for fine grinding

5 cm with a blade of 72 cm and a grip (tsuka) of 29 cm

Het gewicht is 950 g

Britse officiers spadroon 1796, semi-scherp Middeleeuwse monnikspijen This type of axe headThis sabre is a replica of originals from 1796. Sabres like this were carried by officers from the British Army just before and after the Napoleontic War. In 1796 the British Army developed this sword as a basic attire for officers in the British infantry. This simple but stylish sword is made in the Georgian art style. It is suitable for hewing and slashing so this was an all round sword for British officers.