Lot 231
Model 1860 US Naval Cutlass
Live — closing Oct 29 at 1:15 pm ET
- Estimate
- $500–$700
- Current bid
- $100 1 bid
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About this lot
Manufacturer: Ames Co.
Dimensions: 32 in. Total Length
Condition: Sabre has Rusting, Hand Guard has Denting and a Rip. Leather Wrap Around the Tang Is Dry Rotting and Wire has Removed
Additional Information: The Model 1860 U.S. Naval Cutlass is a robust and purposeful edged weapon, designed for close-quarters combat aboard naval vessels during the mid-19th century. Widely associated with service in the American Civil War, the cutlass reflects the practical demands of maritime warfare, where durability and efficiency were essential.
Characterized by its heavy, slightly curved blade and solid brass hilt, the Model 1860 was engineered to withstand the harsh conditions of shipboard use while providing sailors with a reliable weapon in confined spaces. The distinctive grip and guard offered both protection and control, ensuring effectiveness in boarding actions and defensive engagements.
Today, the Model 1860 Naval Cutlass is recognized as a significant artifact of U.S. naval history. Its straightforward design and utilitarian construction underscore its role as a working weapon, while surviving examples serve as tangible links to the experiences of sailors and the operational realities of 19th-century naval service.
Lot details
- Lot
- 231
- Category
- Historical Objects › Militaria › Edged Weapons › Field Gear › Nautical Items
- Estimate
- $500–$700
- Starting bid
- $100
- Bids
- 1
- Bidding closes
- Oct 29 at 1:15 pm ET
