Original U.S. WWI Model 1913 Cavalry Saber Patton Sword by L.F. & C. with Scabbard - Dated 1918 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts Scabbard Length: 18 1/2"

Scabbard Length: 18 1/2"

together with an iron crossguard

as is the closure latch

we do not know nor are we capable of testing it here at IMA

Original U.S. WWI Model 1913 Cavalry Saber Patton Sword by L.F. & C. with Scabbard - Dated 1918 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts Scabbard Length: 18 1/2"Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very condition WWI production Model 1913 Cavalry Saber. Unlike most we have seen, it was not made by Springfield Armory, but instead by private contractor Landers, Frary & Clark (L. F. & C.) of New Britain, CT., who also made the 1917 and Mark 1 pattern "Trench" knuckle knives. This example is marked on the ricasso with: U. S. (Eagle) NO12 and on the reverse with: L. F. & C. (Flaming Bomb) 1918 Blade