{"product_id":"sable-de-caballeria-pesada-britanico-1796-501868","title":"British Heavy Cavalry Sabre 1796 501868","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThe 1796 British Heavy Cavalry Sabre is a historic piece used by prestigious British cavalry regiments such as the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eBritish Lifeguards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eRoyal Horse Guards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eDragoon Guards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eDragoons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eduring the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. This iconic sword was a crucial tool in legendary battles such as Salamanca and Waterloo, cementing its place in European military history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eHistorical Origins and Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eAustrian Inspiration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThis sabre was directly copied from the Austrian 1769 Pallasch heavy cavalry sword. The British officer John Le Marchant, who closely studied Austrian weapons during the Low Countries Campaign (1793-1795), was probably influential in the British Army's adoption of this design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eCombat Functionality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThe straight, broad blade, with a sharp cutting edge and thick spine, makes this sabre a powerful weapon, designed to withstand the rigors of combat. Although not an agile sword for delicate maneuvers, it gained renown for its effectiveness as a blunt weapon in battle, being feared for its destructive capabilities. Additionally, the basket-shaped guard could be used as a \"brass-knuckle\" in close combat situations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eTechnical Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eForged Blade:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThe blade is forged from 1065 high carbon steel, with a single wide groove on each side, designed to optimize strength and balance. This sturdiness makes it ideal for intense combat and reinforces its durability in situations of prolonged use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eRibbed Leather Grip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThe ribbed leather grip ensures a firm grip, essential for effective handling during cavalry on the battlefield. The shape of the grip facilitates precise control during use, despite the weight of the sword.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eBasket-Shaped Guard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThe basket-shaped guard is reinforced by lugs riveted across the blade tang, ensuring a secure and solid connection between the hilt and the blade. Its design includes a combination of semi-circular and oval hole perforations, which not only provide aesthetics, but also functionality in combat. The 51mm thin tabs on the front of the guard ensure a perfect fit with the scabbard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eIncludes Steel Sheath:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThis saber comes sharpened and comes with a steel sheath, a necessary accessory to protect the blade and transport it safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e100 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e89 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e1,180 gr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e1065 High Carbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThis sabre is perfect for collectors of historical replicas, battle reenactors, or military history enthusiasts looking for an authentic piece with a rich history. The 1796 British Heavy Cavalry Sabre is not only a combat tool, but also a symbol of an era of mounted warfare, where heavy cavalry dominated the battlefield with hard-hitting and effective weapons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eAvailable exclusively at\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/espadasymas.com\" target=\"_new\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eespadasymas.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/espadasymas.com\" target=\"_new\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThis iconic sword is a chance to own a piece of history. With its durability and faithful design, it is a standout addition to any historical weapons collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eThis highlights the rich history of the sabre and its technical characteristics, emphasizing its functional value both as a piece and as a collector's item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WLS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49534410555730,"sku":"EYM-Old-057","price":280.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/0826\/4786\/files\/501868_5.jpg?v=1727857485","url":"https:\/\/espadasymas.com\/en-int\/products\/sable-de-caballeria-pesada-britanico-1796-501868","provider":"Espadas y Más","version":"1.0","type":"link"}