Original U.S. Civil War M-1840 Army NCO's Sword by C. Roby - Dated 1863 Lanchester SMG a bullet came close enough

a bullet came close enough to Wilson's head that it sheared a button off McFarland's cuff

The 32 inch long blade of this example is in very good condition

It looks to have been well-used

Shoulder to shoulder:   13”

Original U.S. Civil War M-1840 Army NCO's Sword by C. Roby - Dated 1863 Lanchester SMG a bullet came close enoughOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an very nice well patinated example of a U. S. Civil War issue Model 1840 Non Commissioned Officer's sword, just acquired at an estate sale, untouched for years. It was produced by Christopher Roby of West Chelmsford, Massachusetts. This company was of a much smaller scale than Ames, and all Roby made edged weapons are somewhat rare. The sword measures approximately 38 1 2" overall, and has an all brass hilt,