Original U.S. Civil War Service Worn Rare Model 1860 Naval Cutlass by Ames Mfg. Co. - Dated 1862 Category_Brunswick Parts when before during training they

when before during training they needed to be over the boots for they were not paratroopers at the time

however the construction and style are unquestionably correct and authentic

The Tsuka (handle) looks to be a more recent replacement

and various designs were used until 1917

Original U.S. Civil War Service Worn Rare Model 1860 Naval Cutlass by Ames Mfg. Co. - Dated 1862 Category_Brunswick Parts when before during training theyOriginal 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.