A fine representative saber issued to countless Federal cavalrymen during the Late War of the Rebellion. Manufactured by the West Chelmsford, Massachusetts concern of Christopher Roby and Company, this saber was one of over 48,000 edged weapons produced for the U.S. Ordnance Department. Considered a late contract specimen, this seldom-seen, 1865-dated M1860 blade presented here is a finely made weapon. As author and sword expert John Thillmann notes in his descriptive new book, "Civil War Cavalry. & Artillery Sabers",
"Christopher Roby made a fine cavalry saber and it compares in quality and workmanship with the Ames model 1860 saber which was undisputedly the finest cavalry saber made in the U.S. at that time."
The blade length of this saber measures 35", with a total length of 41”. Blade is curved and crisp. Still enjoys a pleasing bright scheen. Marked clearly on the obverse riccasso "U.S. / 1865 / A.G.M." The reverse riccasso bears the address of "C. ROBY / W. CHELMSFORD / MASS."
This sword has seen action, so there is some battle damage, a small dent in the scabbard and missing some leather on the grips. Overall, a wonderful piece from a hard to find maker.
