Original U.S. Mexican American War Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short Sword with Scabbard & Scarce White Buff Belt Rig - Dated 1834 - Service Worn Restoration Materials as the other side of

as the other side of the screw cap is missing

the purpose was certainly to send a warning message to the French leader and pro-NSDAP collaborator

It measures 17 3/4" closed and opens to 23 1/4" when fully extended with the sunshield

The pouches are still in serviceable condition but does have the expected wear and tear present

Measures approximately 9 1/2 inches tall and 2 3/4 inches wide at the base

Original U.S. Mexican American War Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short Sword with Scabbard & Scarce White Buff Belt Rig - Dated 1834 - Service Worn Restoration Materials as the other side ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful service used example of an Ames Model 1832 Artillery Short sword, made during the 2nd year of production, 1834, for use in the Seminole Wars & the MexicanAmerican War of 1846 1848, as well as the Civil War. These early examples saw repeated use in different units over a very long period. Whats better is that the sword comes complete with its original White Buff Model 1832 Heavy Artillery Sword