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The Cold Steel U.S.
1860 Heavy Cavalry Saber, At the outbreak of the American Civil War,
there were two types of sabers issued to the Federal Cavalry: “light”
and “heavy”. The light version was popular, but the heavy model, dubbed
the “Old Wrist Breaker” was the one worth owning, as it was a superior
weapon. Its 36" blade offered big reach advantages over most sabers,
and its substantial weight gave it the leverage to easily crush bones
and sever limbs or even a head with a single blow. The brass guard had
three bars to protect the hand and the grip was wire bound leather and
capped with a sturdy pommel. In its double ringed, steel scabbard, it
could be easily attached to a saddle or to a belt. After examining and
handling a number of original 1860 Heavy Cavalry Sabers, we decided to
make our own reproduction with a few improvements. Our blade is made
from 1050 high carbon steel with a hard spring temper and will pass the
British Proof Test.
Specifications:
Overall: 41 1/2"
Blade: 36"
Thick: 1/3"
Weight: 42.9oz.
Steel: 1050 High Carbon
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