Model 1852 Naval Officers Sword
The Model 1852 Naval Officers Sword was a sword produced for the United States Navy, which entered service in 1852 and was in use during the American Civil War.[1] It was the same style used by officers of the United States Revenue Cutter Service.
United States Revenue Cutter Service Officer's Sword
Model 1852 swords produced before and during the American Civil War had a blade approximately 1 inch wide and were slightly curved. By 1870 the blade width was reduced to about 3/4ths of an inch and in the early 20th century the swords were made straight.
The requirement for US Navy officers to have swords was suspended during World War II.
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