Original U.S. Civil War Service Worn Rare Model 1860 Naval Cutlass by Ames Mfg. Co. - Dated 1863 Price_$-00 - $30 on the barrel latch

on the barrel latch

and just some light haziness in the mostly bright finish

It was retained in service after the war

when Saumarez was appointed to Nelson's squadron in the Mediterranean

Originally all personnel were issued two M35 dress tunics but manufacture was discontinued in late 1939 or early 1940 and was to be reinstated at the successful conclusion of the war

Original U.S. Civil War Service Worn Rare Model 1860 Naval Cutlass by Ames Mfg. Co. - Dated 1863 Price_$-00 - $30 on the barrel latchOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is a rare bird! This is a very nice service used example of the rarely seen U. S. Naval Cutlass, as used from 1860 1865. The boarding cutlass was derived from the French pattern of 1833, often referred to as a cullere a pot, or more commonly called the soup ladle weapon. As originally issued, these featured all brass mounts, a wooden leather wrapped sword grip, and a nice brass fitted leather scabbard.