Original U.S. Civil War Era M1860 General Officer's Dress Sword & Scabbard U.S. Ammo It is adorned with gilt

It is adorned with gilt brass fittings

It still retains its forged 12 1/2 inch long iron arm to allow a distance from the soldier to the fire

There is some splitting and cracking around the eyelet in the closure strap

Colt had developed the

Original U.S. Civil War Era M1860 General Officer's Dress Sword & Scabbard U.S. Ammo It is adorned with giltOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the standard Union Officer's Dress or Parade Sword Model 1860, as issued during the Civil War. The sword has its original scabbard which retains its hanging rings and ornate end piece. The sword measures 33" overall, and the hilt and "shell" Guard are of bronze brass alloy and the grip is wood which was once wire bound. Overall the guard and grip are tight on the tang. The guard has a lovely federal eagle