Code: 12134
A George V 1897 Pattern Infantry Officers sword.
A good untouched example made by Wilkinson Sword, the serial number dating the sword towards the end of 1914. It has also been service sharpened, so it likely saw early active service in the opening stages of WW1.
The sword itself is as I found it and has been hanging on a cold wall for some considerable time. The 1897 pattern officers hilt with King George V cypher to the guard cartouche. Shagreen grip bound with twistwire in good condition with light wear, fully chequered backstrap, and domed pommel. The hilt has areas of its original plated finish remaining, but the bare steel is in largely good condition, if grubby, especially to the interior of the guard.
The 32.5 inch single fullered blade of 1892 pattern, has survived in very good condition, retaining much of its original polished finish. Wilkinson's makers marking to the ricasso, with thier "best proof" hexagonal proof slug to the other, so an expensive sword in its day. The blade largely dull, with old grease, staining ,rust and grime/old grease. It is the "fighting" version, made without further etching, except for the etched ricasso panels. . The blade has been service sharpened for the last 12 inches towards the point, as one would expect for a sword of this date.
Housed in its original steel dress scabbard with twin hanging rings. Solid overall condition, with traces of its original plated finish, and free from any serious dings or dents.
The whole sword would benefit from some careful cleaning, to bring it up to collectors standard. Overall a very good example of an early WW1 service carried infantry officers sword, which are becoming hard to find.
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