Original British Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Saber with Scabbard Night Sights The T&E mechanism is in

The T&E mechanism is in excellent working condition and allows for zeroing in the traverse and elevation

the internal crank and connecting rod

which were perceived as too high above ground and too heavy

a really nice example of what almost every Naval Officer carried at the time

Original British Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Saber with Scabbard Night Sights The T&E mechanism is inOriginal Item: Only One Available: The Pattern 1796 Light Cavalry Sabre is a sword that was used primarily by British Light Dragoons and hussars, and King's German Legion light cavalry during the Napoleonic Wars. It was adopted by the Prussians (as the 1811 pattern or "Blcher sabre") and used by Portuguese and Spanish cavalry. This example is offered in as found condition, the blade shows weathered acceptance markings and is rust stained. The grip is