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Royal Navy figure-8 1804 Pattern Boarding Cutlass

Name: Royal Navy Figure-8 1804 Pattern Boarding Cutlass
SKU: as1076a1150
Price: 1500.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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This cutlass is in exceptional good condition comes with excellent scabbard has the stamp VR and the name MOLE on Hilt.The "1808 pattern figure of 8 cutlass" refers to a specific design of naval cutlass, particularly the British 1804 pattern, known for its distinctive figure-of-eight steel guard. These cutlasses were used during the Napoleonic Wars and are also called "boarding cutlasses".
Key Features:
Figure-of-eight Guard: The most notable feature is the guard, which is shaped like the number eight, providing hand protection.
Blade: The blade is typically steel, with a length of about 74 cm.
Grip: The grip is made of cast iron, often ribbed for a better hold.
Scabbard: While scabbards were an optional extra, they are relatively rare to find with these cutlasses.
Markings: Some examples may be marked by specific makers, such as "Gill" or "Mole".
Usage:
Royal Navy:
These cutlasses were standard issue in the British Royal Navy, often kept in racks without scabbards on ships.
Napoleonic Era:
They were a common weapon during the Napoleonic Wars, particularly during boarding actions.
Scarcity:
They are considered a scarce and sought-after piece due to their historical significance. Cutlass & scabbard in very good condition offering free delivery UK reference DBSD2 Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection personal cheques or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com We now are only operating as an internet shop, We are passing on these savings to our customers making the prices more reasonable. Having turned to the internet and finding that all over heads are kept to a absolute minimum we related that this is the best way forward for any antique dealer or collector to display therein items on one to an enormous audience.

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Price

£1500.00

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€1760.55

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Category Antique Arms and Militaria Date 19th century Early 19th Century Antiques Material Steel Origin English Item code as1076a1150 / DBSD2 Status For Sale

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