This American Revolutionary War era officer’s sword is an American-made example with a compact and highly evocative fighting form. The sword features a single-edged blade with a clipped tip, now showing a greyish patina from age. Chips in the blade possibly from use in combat, the iron guard and knuckle bow display engraved scrolling decoration with remnants of gilding still visible, adding refinement to an otherwise practical Revolutionary-era sidearm. The grip combines fluted brass and carved wood, terminating in a distinctive hound head pommel, with the hound’s nose projecting above the blade. The wood pommel shows signs of splitting. There is also a name that was etched into the blade near the hilt. The sword remains solid overall and measures approximately 28 1/2 inches in total length, with a 24 inch blade.
American-made officer swords from the Revolutionary War era are especially desirable because they reflect the resourcefulness and individuality of early American arms production. Unlike standardized European military swords, American examples often show a mix of local craftsmanship, imported influence, practical field adaptation, and personal taste. The clipped blade profile, engraved iron hilt, remnants of gilding, and hound head pommel give this sword a character that feels both martial and personal, exactly the kind of individuality associated with Revolutionary-era American edged weapons.
This is a compelling and highly displayable American Revolutionary War era officer’s sword with strong collector appeal. The American-made attribution, clipped single-edged blade, engraved iron guard, traces of gilding, fluted brass and carved wood grip, and unusual hound head pommel make it a standout piece for collectors of Revolutionary War swords, early American officer weapons, and 18th-century American military material.
Dimensions: Approximately 28 1/2 inches overall, with a 24 inch blade.
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