Original U.S. Civil War M-1840 Light Artillery Officer's Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1865 Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The branch of the military

The branch of the military would normally be identified by a sash with tassels attached to the bugle by the two large inner rings

It came in distinct types

with just a few specs of rust where the plating has worn

In late March the 505th was visited by many distinguished political and military leaders

The Squadron was activated at Columbia

Original U.S. Civil War M-1840 Light Artillery Officer's Saber by Ames Mfg. Co. with Scabbard - Dated 1865 Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The branch of the militaryOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a Civil War Model 1841 Light Artillery Officer's Saber. It appears to be Zinc plated on the scabbard and hilt, and this looks like it could be factory. There is no evidence of the typical etching or buffing that would happen before aftermarket plating. The sword measures 38" overall, and has a brass "D" guard enclosing brass wire bound leather hand grip. Complete with curved all steel