1840 USA NCO Sword by Windlass

1840 USA NCO Sword by Windlass

History of Army 1840 NCO Sword

The United States Army NCO sword was adopted by the War Department in 1840. The United States Army Non Commissioned Officer Sword was carried by American soldiers for over 70 years; a period which included the Mexican War, Civil War and Spanish American War.

1840 NCO Sword description

The single edged blade has a single broad fuller running from the ricasso to near the point. The entire hilt is cast brass and the grip is ribbed. The pommel of the United States Army Non Commissioned Officer Sword is global with a capstan. The grip is flanked by kidney shaped hand guards. The United States Army Non Commissioned Officer Sword is made by Windlass Steelcrafts® and comes with a steel scabbard. The United States Army Non Commissioned Officer Sword is primarily used today for honor guards and presentations.

1840 USA NCO Sword features

Overall Length: 39"
Blade Length: 31 3/4"
Blade Material: Steel
Handle Material: Brass with Wire Twist
Scabbard: Metal
Replica of the Model 1840 United States Army Non Commissioned Officer Sword
Windlass Steelcrafts logo on blade

Civil War Weapons. Military swords and sabers.