An improvised Confederate weapon with deep historic roots and undeniable character. Originally crafted as a European hunting sword circa 1780, this heavy-bladed piece was later repurposed as a Confederate short sword during the U.S. Civil War. Featuring a rugged antler (bone) grip and robust construction, it embodies the Southern tradition of adapting heirloom arms during wartime shortages.
The absence of a scabbard reinforces its utilitarian battlefield role—likely carried by a soldier out of familial necessity. At 32 inches in length, this weapon was likely wielded in close combat, and shows honest wear consistent with Confederate use. A gritty, storied relic that captures the essence of Southern improvisation in wartime.
Features:
Originally an 18th-century European hunting sword
Repurposed as a Confederate short sword during the Civil War
Heavy blade with antler grip handle
Approx. Dimensions: 32"L x 4.25"W
From a retired French American, Napoleonic, Civil War Era Collector & Museum Curator (asked not to be named)
Condition: Honest wear; field use evident, desirable patina. As found, “salty” Confederate-era piece.
