WW1 French Infantry Officers Sword – Marked Rapier Blade – Third Republic M1882
$700.00 CAD
WW1 French Infantry Officers Sword – Marked Rapier Blade.
French Infantry Officer’s Sword, M1882 Sabre d’Officier d’Infanterie, Modèle 1882, Troisième République. ‘White’ metal knucklebow-hilt with three-pronged guards, guard plate and grip cap. Wooden grip with twisted copper wire. Straight single edged blade with wide fuller and flat back. Stamped on the ricasso: PBD with sword and helm. This sword comes with a ‘white’ metal sheath with one suspension ring.
Weapon History
The French Model 1882 Infantry Officer Sword was a standard issue sword for French infantry officers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was produced from 1882 until the early 1900s and was used extensively by French officers during World War I.
The sword has a straight, single-edged blade that is approximately 31 inches (79 cm) long and is typically decorated with etched designs, including the French coat of arms. The hilt is made of brass and has a knuckle guard that extends over the back of the hand. The grip is typically made of black leather and is wrapped with twisted brass wire.
The Model 1882 Infantry Officer Sword was a popular and effective weapon for its time, and it was widely regarded as one of the best swords of its era. It was also a symbol of the French military tradition and was often used for ceremonial purposes.
Today, the Model 1882 Infantry Officer Sword is a popular collector’s item and is highly sought after by sword enthusiasts and military historians alike.