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1. Very pretty condition, Model 1850, Foot Officer's sword.  This sword appears to be an import with only light traces of engraving remaining on the blade.  The brass guard is complete and has a rich, aged patina, and the grip remains in nice condition with original wrap and wire.  This sword is out of a central Alabama family and was quite likely Southern carried.  This would be an absolutely super first sword for a young Civil War collector.--$495.

2. Nice condition, non-regulation, "Tiffany" iron guard Cavalry saber and scabbard.  This saber is out of a north Alabama estate and was very likely Confederate carried.  The scabbard is actually a couple of inches longer than the saber, but they have been together since the Civil War Era.  This is a very nice, yet relatively inexpensive Confederate carried Cavalry saber and scabbard.--$850.

3. Very nice condition Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber and scabbard aka "The Old Wristbreaker".  This saber was made (and marked) "C. Hammond" which for many years was believed to be a CONFEDERATE made saber because allmost all of them turn up being SOUTHERN carried.  In more recent years it has been determined to be of "PRE" Civil War origin - just almost exclusively Southern Carried.  This is a very nice example with complete original leather on the grip, and a deep, sharp "C. Hammond" mark.  The scabbard remains in very nice condition, but does look like it may have taken a saber blow between the two ring mounts.  It turned up in a CENTRAL ALABAMA estate, and if you hold it up to your ear - Yep, you hear "DIXIE", and "SWEET HOME ALABAMA" !!!  Two of my favorite tunes !!!!--$1,150.SOLD*

4. Very pretty condition, Model 1840, import heavy Cavalry saber and scabbard (Old Wristbreaker).  This saber is out of a local family and was carried by a member of Forrest's Cavalry.  It has a bright, clean blade marked, "R & C".  This is the exact style saber carried by a majority of General N. B. Forrest's Cavalry.--$895.SOLD

5. Very pretty condition, excavated pair of cast brass Confederate sword belt hangers with the "snake motif".  These are attributed to being made by Leech & Rigdon of Memphis, Tennessee.--$75. for the pair.SOLD*

6. Civil War Era import Cavalry saber that was, after the Civil War, fashioned into a tobacco or corn knife.  This knife was still actually being used on a north Alabama farm until a few years ago.  It was very common to turn Civil War military items into items that were useful back home on the farm.  A few years ago, I had a "hay hook" brought into the shop that was fashioned from an Enfield bayonet and was still being used as a hay hook 150 years later.  Notice the picture of the "farm laborer" demonstrating proper cutting technique!--$195.SOLD

7. Absolutely incredibly beautiful, and "extremely rare and ornate" Federal PRESENTATION officer's sword with original maroon officer's sash.  This AMAZING sword was "Presented To Capt. S. E. Thomason as a Token of Esteem by Co. "H" 176th N. Y. Vols" at the beginning of the Civil War.  Capt. Thomason carried this sword, and served with distinction in the Civil War, but was eventually wounded and captured at Brasher City, Louisiana on June 23, 1863. His sword was surrendered to Lieutenant Ira North of the 15th Texas Cavalry who carried this sword through the remainder of the Civil War.  This incredible sword comes with a "direct letter" from Lieutenant Ira North's daughter documenting the sword along with an unbelievable 5 inch thick, 350 page, binder of research documenting Lieutenant Ira North's amazing military career.  This includes not only his Civil War career, but also his career as a "Texas Ranger" following the Civil War.  Lieutenant North was a mammoth man (for Civil War standards) standing 6 feet 3 inches tall, and weighing 235 lbs.  During Lieutenant North's post Civil War "Texas Ranger days", he is credited (and witnessed by several) as killing an Indian Chief in a furious brawl on the ground after both were dismounted during battle.  This sword is not only a BEAUTIFUL work of art, but also an absolutely incredible historic treasure !!--$4,850.

8. Extremely rare, Model 1860, AMES light Cavalry saber and scabbard "DATED 1860".  This saber is out of a Southern estate, and it is very likely that it was Confederate carried.  The saber has original wrap and wire and a nice, clean blade marked, "Ames Mfg. Co." and dated 1860.  The blade has a smooth, gently aging patina, and the scabbard is in very nice condition with a smooth, chocolate brown, aged patina.  The "1860" dated Ames Cavalry sabers are among the most sought after Civil War sabers.  This is one you will not see very often.--$1,250.

9. Very nice condition, Model 1840, "Heavy Cavalry Saber".  Model 1840 sabers were carried by both Union and Confederate Cavalry.  The famous Southern Cavalry leader, General Nathan Bedford Forrest, carried one as did many of his men.  This example remains in very nice condition with a pretty, aged, bronze patina on the cast brass guard, and the saber has original wrap and wire on the grip.  The blade is unmarked and just beginning to darken with age.  This is out of the local area and was most likely Confederate carried during the Civil War.  Both the saber and scabbard remain in first class condition.--$850.

10. This is one of the most iconic and sought after of all Confederate Field and Staff Officer Swords.  It is the Boyle and Gamble "C.S." Field and Staff out of Richmond, VA., and has the distinctive  "C.S. and Star" motif cast into the brass guard.  The number "22" is stamped into the underside of the brass guard.  This sword has one of the most beautiful, never cleaned, rich aged bronze/brown patinas that you will ever see.  Some of the Confederate blade engraving can be seen through the aged, brown blade patina, and I'm sure that with a little cleaning a good deal more could be seen, but I just can't bring myself to touch that beautiful aged patina.  The distinctive Boyle and Gamble "Blade Fault Line" can be seen from across the room.  The leather of the scabbard had dried out and was crumbling, and has been replaced by a local professional about 30 years ago.  The sword knot is an original, and in beautiful condition.  This is a Confederate sword that any museum or serious collector would be really proud to have in their display.--$8,950.

11. Very attractive condition, Model 1840 German import, heavy Cavalry saber and scabbard.  The blade has a smooth, clean patina and is maker marked, "K & C".  Model 1840 Cavalry sabers were extensively carried by Confederate Cavalry throughout the Civil War.  Even General Nathan Bedford Forrest carried one early in the Civil War, and a good portion of his Cavalry command was armed with 1840 heavy Cavalry sabers throughout the war.  This is without question the most commonly carried Cavalry saber among Southern Cavalry.  This example has a smooth, chocolate brown scabbard without even a single dent.  The leather grip was restored about 30 years ago and remains in very nice condition.  This saber would be a nice addition to any Civil War display.--$895.

12. Really pretty, Confederate manufacture, Foot Officer's sword with gray/brown patina and unstopped fuller Confederate blade.  I believe this sword could be a product of E. J. Johnson of Macon, Georgia, but am not 100% certain which maker it is.  This sword displays beautifully.--$2,850.

13. Fresh out of a deep south estate, import Model 1860 light Cavalry saber and scabbard.  Both the saber and scabbard remain in nice condition just beginning to darken with age.  The blade has the "Bleckman" mark and is crisply dated 1861.  The scabbard is in very nice condition with a dark brown patina and remnants of plating from many years ago.  The scabbard does not have a single dent.--$795.

14. Very interesting Confederate saber and scabbard out of a local estate.  The South is famous for always having a lack of suitable weapons for the entire Civil War.  This saber and scabbard was blacksmith created by using parts from three separate Cavalry sabers.  The saber has a guard and pommel cap from a 2nd Model Kenansville, NC, Cavalry saber.  The blade has the pen knife style trait common to Tennessee produced "College Hill Arsenal" sabers.  The scabbard which was with the sword when it came out of the family here is an iron import style saber scabbard.  The saber is an excellent example of how the South was forced to create weapons from what they had, because throughout the entire Civil War, the Confederacy had a difficult time keeping their forces armed.  On this particular saber, the outside branch of the guard is bent forward, indicating at some point, the horse went down and sandwiched the saber between the horse and the ground.  I am sure this saber could tell many war stories.  I have a fair guess as to who likely carried this saber.--$2,650.

15. Extremely rare, Confederate manufacture, "Dog River" Confederate Cavalry saber and scabbard picked up on the battlefield and taken home as a war trophy.  The saber has original, single strand iron wire on the grip and some of the original leather.  The cast high copper content brass guard has a rich, never cleaned patina.  The saber has the original unstopped fuller Confederate blade, and it is snapped into about ten inches up from the tip.  The Confederate lap seam "Dog River scabbard" could not be more perfect and has an excellent soldered lap seam with brass mounts.  This is a beautiful, museum quality artifact.--$2,850.

16. Just brought in the shop, nice condition, Confederate carried, Model 1840, "Old Wristbreaker" heavy Cavalry saber in original scabbard.  The blade has a smooth, aging, gray patina and is maker marked, "W. Clauberg - Solingen".  Model 1840 Cavalry sabers were extensively carried by Confederate Cavalry throughout the Civil War.  Even General Nathan Bedford Forrest carried one early in the Civil War, and a good portion of his Cavalry command was armed with 1840 heavy Cavalry sabers throughout the war.  This is without question the most commonly carried Cavalry saber among Southern Cavalry.--$895.

17. Extremely rare, Confederate manufactured, Roman style short Artillery sword with “CS” in the center of the cross guard and a star on the pommel.  These swords are thought to have been made at the Selma Arsenal in Alabama, as a couple of partially cast guards have been found in the river there.  This example has a brown/black, aged patina blade with scattered pitting.  The high copper content, heavy cast brass guard has spiraling ribs and a “CS” and star cast into each side.  This style Confederate sword is known for its crudity of manufacture (which is one of the factors that makes Confederate collectors love it).--$3,250.

18. This ranks as one of the absolute rarest and most sought after Confederate Officer's sword of the American Civil War.  It is a superb Firmin & Sons "Dolphin Head" Confederate Naval Officer's sword and is THE VERY ONE pictured in Albaugh's book, Photograph Supplement of Confederate Swords.  It is pictured on pages 78 - 80 and is attributed to John McIntosh Kell, Executive Officer of the CSS Alabama.  This sword is in excellent overall condition with amazing, fine etching including a Confederate Flag and crossed cannons.  The grip is shark skin and remains completely intact.  This sword comes with a professionally made contemporary replacement scabbard that is perfect in every detail.  With this sword comes a framed family albumin photograph of John McIntosh Kell.  Civil War relics just do not get much better than this.  It has been in a local collection for many years.--$32,500.

19. Beautiful condition and super rare, "Kraft, Goldsmith, & Kraft", Columbia, South Carolina, Confederate Cavalry saber with distinctive wooden scabbard, iron mounts and brass hardware.  This saber has an original Civil War Era, brown ink presentation on the wooden scabbard.  It reads, "Presented to Commodore John H. Sta??? by his friend, General George B. Dand???".  It is very rare to find a K G & K Cavalry saber with a nice original scabbard, and this one is a beauty.  The blade has a smooth, gently aging, gray/brown patina.  The original grip and wire remain intact and in nice condition.  This saber came into the shop about 40 years ago and has been in the collection of Dr. Joe Boyd ever since.  I have no doubt this is one of the nicest condition K G & K Confederate manufactured Cavalry sabers remaining in existence today.--$8,950.

20. Absolutely beautiful condition, Model 1840, "Old Wristbreaker", heavy Cavalry saber and scabbard.  This saber was brought in by a local family and was almost certainly Confederate carried.  The saber has very nice condition original wrap and wire.  Model 1840 sabers were extensively carried by both Union and Confederate Cavalry, especially early in the Civil War, although for the most part, Federal Cavalry changed over to the Model 1860 light by 1863.  Confederate Cavalry continued to carry the Model 1840 "Old Wristbreaker" throughout the Civil War.  Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forrest carried one early in the war, and many in his command carried Model 1840 sabers throughout the Civil War.  This example remains in very nice condition and would be a quality addition to any Civil War collection.--$895.

21. Very pretty condition, Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry saber and scabbard.  The blade has a smooth, chocolate patina, and it is marked, "Horstmann - Phila."  The brass guard has a rich, aged patina and remains perfectly intact.  The leather grip remains intact, but the wire is not present.  The original scabbard is in very nice condition and remains with the sword, but for some reason, lacks about 2 - 3 inches from completely seating in the scabbard.  I suspect there is some debris down in the scabbard.  This saber is out of a local estate and without question saw Confederate service.  This would be an $850 saber, but since the scabbard needs a little TLC, it is bargained priced.--$750.

22. Excavated 17 inch Confederate Bowie knife recovered from an Arkansas Infantry camp located near Shelbyville, TN.  The blade was blacksmith crafted from a 11 1/2 inch rasp.--$895.

23. Super rare, identified College Hill Arsenal Confederate Foot Officer’s sword and scabbard.  This sword and scabbard is the product of College Hill Arsenal in Nashville, Tennessee.  The sword was carried by Capt. Samuel A. Matthews, Co. E, 16^th Regiment Mississippi Volunteer Infantry.  Capt. Matthews served for one year and was with his regiment encamped at Manassas, Virginia, when his term expired.  The sword remains in very nice condition with visible Confederate engraving virtually half the length of the blade and a large engraved “CSA” clearly engraved down the blade.  The sword’s scabbard is complete with all three original College Hill manufactured brass mounts.  On the top mount is engraved “Matt – Co. E 16^th Miss”.  This is an extremely rare, firmly ID’d, Confederate Officer’s sword in original scabbard.  It originally came directly out of Capt. Matthew’s family estate.  A 50-page notebook comes with the sword detailing the history of the Regiment and Capt. Matthews.--$14,500.

24. Extremely rare, Leech & Rigdon, Memphis, Tennessee, Confederate manufactured Foot Officer's sword.  This is the Confederate sword along with a partial leather scabbard.  The blade remains clean, just beginning to darken with age.  It has the typical Confederate unstopped fuller.  The cast brass guard is 100% Memphis Novelty Works all the way with the distinctive Leech & Rigdon Officer's sword motif on both top and bottom.  This is a super rare Confederate Officer's sword, and in nearly 50 years, I could count the number of these that I have had on my two hands.  Better not let this one get away, because it could be many years before you see another one.--$5,950.

25. Quite uncommon "J. E. Bleckman" Model 1860 light cavalry saber and scabbard.  The saber is clearly marked, and is out of a local Southern estate.  Bleckmann sabers were imported from Solingen, Prussia.  A Rebel Tennessee Cavalryman very likely carried this one !!--$795.

26. Massive 20 inch blacksmith made Confederate bowie with leather scabbard.  The bowie has a 14 inch long, and 1 1/2 inch wide blade with a clip tip.  The eaglehead pommel cap is from an 1820 era militia sword.  The grip is bone, and has "the remnants" of the original leather sheath, but the leather sheath is about gone "to the great beyond".  This is a REALLY big knife actually resembling a short artillery sword !!--$1,450.

27. Just brought in by a local family, and is 100% untouched.  This is a very nice hand-me-down Confederate local made "CS DOG RIVER" Cavalry saber and scabbard.  The blade has a pretty gently greying aged patina, and the brass guard has a thick - never touched - brown patina.  The grip is down to the wood with only a few fragments of the leather and single strands of iron wire.  The scabbard is a classic lap seamed - brass mounted CS made scabbard.  This is a very nice, straight out of the Southern estate and untouched for the last 150 years, Confederate manufactured, "Dog River" CS Cavalry saber and scabbard.--$3,850.

28. Extremely rare, excavated, COMPLETE, first model, cast brass guard for a Kenansville/Confederate States Armory Cavalry saber.  This guard was recovered about 40 years ago from a Confederate Cavalry camp in North Carolina not very far from the Kenansville factory site.--$450.

29. Extremely rare to recover, massive 14 inch Confederate bowie knife blade recovered from the camp of the 8th Texas Cavalry.  This bowie knife was made from a huge rasp, and you can still see remnants of some of the rasp teeth in areas.  Apparently the Texas guys were much like Crocodile Dundee, "No, this is a knife."  This will be a fine addition to any excavated Confederate weapons display.--$750.

Bayonets

1. Very pretty condition, .69 cal., Enfield/Tower British 3-side triangular socket bayonet.  This bayonet is correct for the Model 1842 British Tower musket (that fired the .69 cal. Towers projectile).  Perfect if you need a bayonet to complete your .69 Towers musket display.--$250.

2. Quite rare style saber bayonet, but unfortunately in somewhat relic condition.  This bayonet is for a Merrill Navy rifle, Model 1862.  It has a massively long 25 inch blade and is serial number 2341.  It has the tiny "G" marking this style bayonet is known for.  This is a style saber bayonet that does not come along very often.--$275.

3. Smooth, brown, attic patina, Model 1855, Springfield triangular socket bayonet.  This bayonet came out of a Franklin estate sale several years ago and was no doubt left by the Union forces as they evacuated Franklin in 1864, following the Battle of Franklin on November 30, 1864.  The bayonet remains completely uncleaned with a visible "US" mark and the lock ring remaining intact.--$175.

4. Nice condition, Model 1842, .69 cal., triangular socket bayonet.  The bayonet has a deep, clear "US" mark and has a gently aging, gray/brown patina.  If you have a nice Model 1842, .69 cal. musket, here's that bayonet you've been looking for.--$225.

5. Just brought in, very nice condition, .69 cal., Model 1842, triangular socket bayonet correct for the Model 1842, .69 cal. musket.  This bayonet has a smooth, dark, never cleaned attic patina and is quite likely a "left over" picked up here after the Battle of Stones River.  The bayonet has a very pleasing smooth surface and would clean up nicely if wanted.--$225.

6. Nice condition, Model 1816, .69 cal., friction fit socket bayonet.  This is just in out of the local area and was very likely actually used here at the Battle of Stones River.  The bayonet has a crisp, clear US mark.  If you have a Model 1816 musket needing a bayonet, here's your chance.--$195.

7. This, of course, is not Civil War, but a family just brought it in.  It is a Model 1913, Spanish "NACIONAL TODEDO - Artilleria" rifle sword bayonet with original leather scabbard.  It remains in very nice condition but could use a little clean-up.--$125.

8. Very nice condition, non-excavated, .577 cal., Enfield triangular socket bayonet.  This is a nice, clean bayonet but is missing the small lock ring.  This would be the perfect compliment to display with your .577 cal. Enfield 3-band rifled musket.--$175.

9. Model 1842, .69 cal., triangular socket bayonet with smooth, chocolate, aged patina found in a log smokehouse here locally near the Battle of Stones River.  Both Union and Confederate forces used lots of Model 1842, .69 cal. muskets here.  This is a very nice, untampered with bayonet left over from the battle.--$195.

10. Quite rare, Model 1862, Merrill Navy rifle, brass handle saber bayonet.  This bayonet has an extremely long blade of around 25 inches.  The cast brass guard is marked with a "G" and a serial number of 2341.  The blade has a dark brown patina with some pitting and appears to be an attic find.--$275.

11. Very nice condition, Model 1842, .69 cal., Austrian four-side bayonet.  These were almost exclusively Confederate used.  It should be noted that this style bayonet was eventually banned from military use as inhumane.  This example remains in excellent condition.--$195.

12. Just brought in by a local family, .58 cal., Model 1855, triangular socket bayonet that appears the same as other socket bayonets, except this one has a small "S" marking that differs from most Civil War Era bayonets we encounter.  Some Civil War collectors feel these to be for the Model 1860 Spencer Rifles (that were used in quantity at Hoovers Gap here in Middle Tennessee).  The bayonet is in nice condition with a smooth, chocolate patina.  I am personally unsure what the "S" marking stands for.--$250.

13. Nice condition, excavated, Model 1855, .58 cal., triangular socket bayonet.  This bayonet was recovered on private property along the Union Line here at the Battle of Stones River.  Complete bayonets are becoming very rare to recover anymore.--$150.

14. Excavated, .58 cal., Springfield or contract, triangular socket bayonet.  This was recovered many years ago along the Federal line here at Stones River.  It has been sealed and coated and is ready for display.--$175.

15. Just brought in, very nice condition, .69 cal., Model 1842, triangular socket bayonet correct for the Model 1842, .69 cal. musket.  This bayonet has a smooth, dark, never cleaned attic patina and is quite likely a "left over" picked up here after the Battle of Stones River.  The bayonet has a very smooth surface and would clean up nicely if wanted.--$195.

16. Very nice condition, .58 cal., triangular socket bayonet that is correct for the Model 1855 muskets, Model 1861 Springfield and contracts, and Model 1863 muskets.  The US mark remains deep and sharp, and the bayonet overall has a smooth, chocolate brown attic patina having never been cleaned.  Perfect if you have a .58 cal. musket needing a patinaed bayonet.--$195.

17. 27 inch overall import Civil War Era saber bayonet.  This saber bayonet recently surfaced in a north Florida estate sale.  It is the style sometimes seen with Colt revolving rifles.  It has an aged, attic type patina and could have just as easily been Union or Confederate used.  This will be an excellent addition to someone's Civil War relic display.--$295.

18. Very nice condition, non-excavated, .69 cal., triangular socket bayonet correct for the Model 1842 Springfield or Harpers Ferry, 3-band, .69 cal. musket.  This bayonet has a crisp "US" mark and is just beginning in areas to darken with age.--$250.

19. Nice condition, Battlefield pick-up, 4 side, .54 cal., Austrian socket bayonet.  This bayonet came out of a local smokehouse near the Battlefield here at Stones River and was almost certainly a pick-up on the field after the battle.  It has a smooth, even, aged, chocolate brown patina.--$150.

20. Early 45 - 70 trapdoor bayonet (Indian Wars era) picked-up near Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.  This fort has been active for almost 200 years with lots of activity during the Indian War's Era.  The bayonet and scabbard are rusty from many years exposure, but everything remains intact and stable.--$125.

21. Excavated, broken, .577 cal., Enfield triangular socket bayonet.  These two bayonet portions were recovered on private property along the Confederate battle line here at the Battle of Stones River.  One can only guess what occurred in the battle resulting in this bayonet being broken.  With these two pieces, only the very tip of the bayonet is not present.--$65.

22. Bright, clean, .69 cal., friction fit, triangular socket bayonet often seen on Remington conversions of the Model 1816 muskets.  This style bayonet will also fit most Springfield and Harpers Ferry Model 1816 muskets.--$225.

23. .577 cal., Enfield, triangular socket bayonet.  This bayonet has been hanging in a barn here near Stones River and is quite likely a pick-up from the battlefield.  It has a smooth, chocolate, aged patina.--$175.

24. Nice, clean, Remington Zouave saber bayonet in original leather scabbard.  The bayonet itself has a sparkling bright blade and a perfect condition, cast brass guard.  The leather scabbard is complete but does have some tape supporting a weak spot just above the drag.  Other than that one area, the scabbard is complete and nice.--$450. complete with scabbard.

25. Quite unusual, excavated, .69 cal., Model 1842, triangular socket bayonet.  This was recovered over 30 years ago on private property along the Confederate battle line here at Stones River.  Interestingly, the socket is broken just behind the lock ring.  I can't imagine how you would accomplish breaking the bayonet at this point.--$95.

26. .58 cal., triangular, socket bayonet correct to fit the Model 1855, all Springfield and contract rifled muskets Model 1861, and Model 1863 type 1 & 2 muskets.  The bayonet was an early battlefield pick-up here at Stones River and has a smooth, chocolate brown patina overall.--$150.

27. Nice condition excavated .58 cal. Springfield trianglar socket bayonet.  This bayonet was recovered over 40 years ago on private property here at Stones River.  It is rusty, of course, but has been nicely cleaned, and is ready for display.  It is complete to the very tip, and even has the lock ring still intact.  These days - it is a real rarity to recover one of these, and they are almost never in this nice condition.--$150.

28. Very nice condition, .69 cal., triangular socket bayonet originally issued with .69 cal., Model 1816 muskets that were converted to percussion using the Maynard priming system by Remington.  The bayonet will also fit .69 cal., Model 1842 muskets, and I have gotten in directly from families, Model 1842 hand-me-down muskets with this bayonet on the musket.--$195.

29. Early battlefield pick-up look, .577 cal., Enfield, rifled musket, triangular socket bayonet.  The bayonet is missing the lock ring, but is otherwise full length and complete.--$150.