British 1796 Cavalry Sword

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British 1796 Cavalry Sword

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    British light cavalry troopers sword 1796.  This sword needs to be re hilted.  The blade remains in relatively sound condition, 32 1/2" from shoulder to point.  The blade shows staining and light pitting for approximately 23" from the shoulder. From there to the point it shows heavier pitting but remains sound.  The blade shows a B mark on the spine, crown 4 on the right side.  Osborne & Gunby maker marked. The guard is sound.  The hilt needs to be rebuilt and rewired. An antique sword project.