Standard British cavalry sword 1908 with metal sheath
The standard cavalry sword of 1908 was the last standard service sword issued to british army cavalry troops, at a time when cavalry charges were no longer widespread and swords were falling into disuse as military weapons. However, it was widely regarded as the best cavalry sword ever designed and still served during World War I
. regiments like his ceremonial sword.
Although this lightweight sword could still provide effective cuts, it was clearly intended primarily for horse back and was supposedly able to match the range of a spear when held with its arm fully extended. Its long, narrow, rigid blade featured a thick T-shaped spine and a spear-shaped tip that was sharp on both sides to facilitate both striking and cutting.
The generously sized bowl-shaped protective plate with joint bow provided excellent hand protection, and the substantial handle helped balance the blade without losing the lightness, speed and maneuverability of the sword. In addition, the ergonomic-shaped pistol-type handle with thumb recess and textured diamond pattern offered good traction and control and automatically placed the tip in the correct position for impulse.
The sword was also easy to carry, as its sheath could be hung on the saddle or on a belt or baldric.
The good value replica we offer here has a straight EN45 spring steel blade and single-edged, which is filled about two-thirds in its length. The non-sharp edge is about 1 mm thick. The guard and pommel are made of steel, and the handle is made of molded plastic to mimic the rubber or bakelite handles found in the original examples.
The cavalry sword is delivered with a blackened steel sheath with two hanging rings.
Please note that this sword is not a weapon ready for battle. It is designed as a collector's piece or decoration/display and is not suitable for combat reenactment. In addition to its quality as a collectible, it is also perfectly suited as prop, for example, to complete your disguise.
Details:
- Material: EN45 spring steel blade (high carbon steel, non-stainless steel), steel guard and puto, hard molded plastic handle
- Total length: approx. 110 cm
- Blade length: approx. 91 cm
- Handle length: approx. 19 cm (grip with thumb support approx. 15 cm)
Max. Blade width: approx. 2 cm (fine-tuning towards the tip to approx. 0.5 cm)
- Blade thickness: approx. 6 mm (tuning towards the tip to approx. 3 mm)
- Cutting edge: approx. 1 mm
- Balance point: approx. 11.5 cm from guard
Incl. Metal sheath with transport rings
- Weight without hem: approx. 1.26 kg
- Weight with hem: approx. 1.8 kg
SHIPPING, DELIVERY AND RETURNS
VALUE OF POSTAGES
When ordering a single item, the postage has a fixed value of €30, prices only for Mainland Portugal and Islands and Peninsular Spain. You must always indicate a telephone contact number to avoid non-receipt of your order.
National orders are shipped using transport systems appropriate to the size and weight of the goods. Some goods may require additional transport costs, either due to their size, weight or specificity. All transport costs will be communicated in writing to the buyer for approval, after which the order will be shipped.
WARNING
We inform you that we are not responsible for the fact that the delivery address provided by the customer is wrong or incomplete, if it is returned for this reason, the customer will be responsible for paying the shipping costs. If your payment is not made after 3 business days of making your purchase, it will be canceled due to lack of payment. We are not responsible for customs issues.
DELIVERY
Orders are generally shipped within 2 to 12 working days depending on the items chosen through CTT or Transport Agency after receipt of payment.
We recommend grouping items together in one order, rather than buying items in separate orders. In case you want to make changes to your order, please send us a request to our email [email protected]
YOU CAN CONSULT THE TRACKING OF YOUR SHIPPING THROUGH:
CTT PORTUGAL
SEUR
RETURNS
Due to the specificity of the items sold by Loja Rei das Espadas, returns are only accepted under the following circumstances:
- The product sent is damaged by proven manufacturing defect.
- The characteristics of the product sent do not correspond to those described in the Online-Store
All items are shipped in perfect condition. If you receive any damaged item and that is justified, you can return it. We will send an identical article in good condition. You can request a return by email. The customer has 14 days to return the item.
Returns of products subject to special, personalized or made-to-measure orders are not accepted.
- Products must be returned in the same condition as they were received and properly packaged
- We recommend sending the product by an insured carrier. We are not responsible for loss or damage caused to the product during transport.
Shipments to European Union countries
Orders are shipped using transport systems appropriate to the size and weight of the goods. Some goods may require additional transport costs, either due to their size, weight or specificity. All transport costs will be communicated in writing to the buyer for approval, after which the order will be shipped.
Estimated cost for shipments to European Union countries: €15-40
The prices practiced in international shipments vary according to the destination country, the weight and the value of the order. To know exactly the cost of an order, add the item you want to buy to the basket and, in the following link, you will receive the exact value of the shipping costs.
When buying 2 or more items, the postage value will vary according to the weight of the order, in this case, you must wait for the exact postage value to be sent to you, before proceeding with the payment of your order.
REPLICA WEAPONS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED TO COUNTRIES OUTSIDE THE EUROPEAN UNION
Prices are in euros and with all legal fees.
IMPORTANT - Shipments made to the Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla or non-EU countries are exempt from VAT on the invoice, but may be taxed at the destination customs according to the taxes and fees of each country of the recipient. We recommend that you check with your country's customs office to find out the import cost.
