Original U.S Civil War German Made M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Röhrig & Co. Solingen Technical Books But what was it

But what was it

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The underside of the box bears a NSDAP label Dated 1942 with full description of the box contents in German

everyone loves a good story

Inside the back of the watch on the main body directly beneath the Cylindre Huit Rubis

Original U.S Civil War German Made M-1840 "Wrist Breaker" Heavy Cavalry Saber by Röhrig & Co. Solingen Technical Books But what was itOriginal item: Only One Available. Straight from long Attic storage! This heavy Cavalry Saber, known as "Old Wristbreaker" among troops, was designated the U. S. Model of 1840, but was widely used in the War between the States on both sides. This fine example is marked by the maker on the spine of the blade by the crossguard: R & C Research indicates that this is the maker mark of Rhrig & Company of Solingen, Germany. There is unfortunately not much