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WWII US Army Officer's Sword -
This is a US Army Officer's sword. Used during WWII. This sample comes complete
with the scabbard.
The scabbard has a chromed finish. Two round hooks are welded to the side for
hanging purposes. The handle of the blade is made of a black ivory-looking
material. A metal handguard protects the handle. The blade has been marked as
meeting the standards of the Army regulations. The Army used the swords for
ceremonial purposes. They were not meant for combat.
The entire length of the blade is etched with various ornamentations.
The word US is also included in the etching. The name of the officer
has also been etched on the blade. Sone of the blades would have manufacturer branding
while others do not.
some of the swords were manufactured by large factories. Others were produced by smaller
businesses which normally would buy the parts from the larger companies. The smaller company
would then assamble the edge weapon to sell and distribute. It is normally under these
circumstances that a sword would be put together without any manufacturer stamping on the blade.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII US edge weapons. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined
points that should be noted.
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The left side and right side of the handle is shown in these photos. Both sides of the blade are etched. The
base of the blade has a cork insert which provides a better fit when the sword is placed in the sheath.
A marking has been placed near the throat of the blade. It reads "US Army, regulation, Standard, american
made". The other side of the throat is also marked with a small shape and the letters USA. An oval
shaped piece of leather sits at the base of the blade. This is used as a means to protect the top of
the scabbard and base of handguard when the sword is sheathed.
It is important to note that not all the swords were marked. It is possible to find swords that have
no markings at all.
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