Original U.S Civil War Era M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Scarce Maker P.S. Justice of Philadelphia British Documents & Books Known in German as the

Known in German as the Denkzeichen für fünfzigjährige Diensttreue

Even after the wars were over

Really some fantastic research potential for this rare maker

Although initially accepted for British mounted troops due to blade length and weight the contract was cancelled and the 23 trials swords sold out of service

along with lot number

Original U.S Civil War Era M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Scarce Maker P.S. Justice of Philadelphia British Documents & Books Known in German as theThis heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, and was the principal cavalry saber used until the Model of 1860 was introduced. As such it was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. Some examples were made in the United States, while many others were imported from Germany. This example is marked by U. S. Military Contractor P. S. Justice of Philadelphia, who also produced