This pattern of sword is among the most famous associated with the British cavalry and was well-regarded for the tremendous power of its cuts and saw significant use during the Napoleonic Wars. It was widely imitated, including by the Germans in the First World War. The heavy iron scabbard has "Henry Osborn/Sword Cutler/Bordesley Near/Birmingham" on the obverse above the upper suspension band. The 32 1/2 inch, curved, single fuller blade which properly widens in the tip section for more powerful cuts is marked with Henry Obsorn's markings, niter blue panels with scroll and martial etching accented with gold. The iron hilt is fitted with a silver wire and black leather wrapped grip. The sword, not including the scabbard, weighs just under 2 pounds.