Produced under the smallest government contract for sabers (10,000) by the D. J. Millard Company’s manufacturing center in Clayville, New York, this early production weapon is a M1860 Light Cavalry saber. Considered a more maneuverable weapon than its predecessor, the M-1840 “Wristbreaker,” the Light Cavalry Saber weighed about 3 ½ pounds in the scabbard.

The blade length measures 35”, width is just over an inch wide with a wide fuller 27” long and the narrow fuller 18” long. Marked on the reverse ricasso is the maker’s address “D. J. MILLARD / CLAYVILLE N.Y.”  Obverse ricasso shows government stampings of “US / C.E.W. (inspector Charles E. Wilson) / 1862”. The strong curved blade is semi-bright with scattered darker patches. There is one small edge nick visible.

Brass domed pommel cap is tight and its brim exhibits government inspector’s marks “C.E.W.” in two locations. Brass hilt wears a pleasing patina overall and is tight to the handle, a small dent is present on the top edge of the slight quillon. Still has its original leather washer. The grooved, center-swell grip features leather wrap with minor wear and a crack running the length of one side. Brass wire wrap is original and still very tight.

Steel scabbard is in good and complete condition with a dark patina. Some very light rust is noted in areas toward the drag. The two rings measure 1.25” in diameter. No sub-inspection stampings visible.

One of the scarcer contract variants of the M1860, this piece is ideal for the Civil War collector.  [stp][ph:L]

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