Measuring about 23 1/2 inches in overall length, this weapon falls somewhere between a full sized cavalry/officer sword and the famous "D-Guard" Bowie knives of Confederate fame, and may have been made by shortening a full length sword; the flat spine, straight grip and branched guard are suggestive of the 1840 Heavy Cavalry Sword, which was copied by numerous Confederate swordmakers, from the big names down to the local shops. The blade measures 17 3/4 inches long, with a set of single fullers, clip point and flat spine, with no maker's marks. Fitted with a rough-cast single branch brass guard, unmarked pommel cap, and an iron wire wrapped leather grip. Resembles Boyle and Gamble swords.

Fair. The blade shows a mixed brown/gray patina, with mild spotting and a few edge nicks. Traces of the original leather are present on the grip, with some play in the guard, solidly mounted grip and pommel, and a deep antique patina to the brass, showing some dents and casting voids.