Cold Steel - Heavy US Cavalry Saber by 1860

During the American Civil War, there were two types of sabers issued to the Union cavalry: light and heavy. Although the light variant was also popular, many considered the heavy model, which earned the nickname Old Wrist Breaker, to be the proper saber to take into battle. Its blade, over 90 cm long, offered a much greater reach than most sabers, and its considerable weight gave it excellent leverage and strength. The sturdy brass guard had three bars to protect the hand, and the leather-wrapped and wire-bound grip ended in a solid pommel.

For their own version, the company Cold Steel® was inspired by antique pieces from private collections. The carbon steel blade 1055 is tempered to spring hardness and would pass the British Proof Test (sword test). This beautiful saber comes with a steel scabbard with two carrying rings, making it easy to attach to a saddle or belt.

1055 Carbon Steel
The carbon content and the relatively low proportions of other substances in this steel make it a very stable material, free from the brittleness that is inherent in most higher-carbon steels. This steel is excellent for blades that need to have high impact resistance and is therefore often used for large fixed knives, machetes, and swords.

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