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British 1899 Pattern Cavalry Trooper’s Sword
Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton
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British 1899 Pattern Cavalry Trooper’s Sword

19th century
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The 1899 Pattern cavalry trooper’s sword was introduced on the 19th October 1899, eight days after the Second Boer War broke out. It was intended to be a refinement on the 1890 Pattern, with a slightly shorter blade, greater protection for the hand and a longer grip. Users generally considered it on the heavy side and much more effective in the thrust than the cut: this cemented the growing consensus that cavalry swords should be built entirely for thrusting. This one for sale is in good condition comes with scabbard blades stamped for the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield, reference DBSD4 Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection 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

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
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Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this British 1899 Cavalry Sword to the 1890s.

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SA1217373
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The 1899 Pattern cavalry trooper’s sword was introduced on the 19th October 1899, eight days after the Second Boer War broke out.
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It was intended to be a refinement on the 1890 Pattern, with a slightly shorter blade, greater protection for the hand and a longer grip.
Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton

Users generally considered it on the heavy side and much more effective in the thrust than the cut: this cemented the growing consensus that cavalry swords should be built entirely for thrusting. This one for sale is in good condition comes with scabbard blades stamped for the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield, reference DBSD4 Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection 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

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this British 1899 Cavalry Sword to the 1890s.

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SA1217373
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DBSD4
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A late 19th-century British 1899 pattern cavalry troopers sword sheathed in a dark metal scabbard with a full bowl guard.
British 1899 Pattern Cavalry Trooper’s Sword
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A late 19th-century British 1899 pattern cavalry troopers sword sheathed in a dark metal scabbard with a full bowl guard.
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Introduced in 1899 by the British War Department, this pattern was designed for cavalry troopers during the Second Boer War. It represented a transition towards robust cut-and-thrust swords, featuring an ergonomic grip and steel bowl guard to protect the hand of mounted soldiers.

The blade and scabbard are constructed from forged steel, while the handguard consists of a sheet-steel bowl. The grip handles are typically crafted from durable composite material or leather secured with steel rivets.

Authentic examples feature inspector stamps, broad arrow ordnance marks, and manufacture dates on the blade ricasso. They are distinguished by a plain sheet-steel bowl guard without pierced decoration, a slightly curved blade, and a dual-ring steel scabbard.

This piece functions as a focal wall decoration when mounted horizontally above a fireplace mantelpiece or within a framed display box. It complements study interiors, panelled libraries, and traditional wooden furniture arrangements.

Store the item in a climate-controlled environment with low humidity to prevent rust formation. Apply a microcrystalline wax or light coat of mineral oil to metal surfaces, and avoid touching the steel directly with bare hands to prevent moisture transfer.
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