Bavarian M1855 Cavalry Saber

By Crusader1307

The Bavarian Model 1855 Cavalry Saber was the standard issued weapon for most Mounted Units, not only in Bavaria, but other Germanic Nations. Featuring the “innovative” and more effective “B”-Guard (so named for the shape of the Hilt Guard as the Letter “B”), it provided some protection as well as gave more mobility and handling by the User. A more slender blade, the Model 1855 was a single-edged blade with a slight curve. Measuring 38-inches, they were light (3-pounds), and very popular with Cavalry and Lancer Units.