Featured in this lot is a Galvanized Patton Model 1913 LF&C made calvary saber. The Model 1913 also known as the Patton saber was a calvary saber designed by George S. Patton Jr. in 1913 and features a straight blade designed more for stabbing and piercing style more akin to fencing rather than the more traditional curved slashing blade. The sword displays a 35" long straight blade, checkered plastic grips, basket and D guard, and a galvanized finish across the metal. The blade features a double blade design with a fuller down the middle of each side. The base of the blade is marked "U.S." on the right side and "LF&C 1918" on the left with an arsenal stamp. The grip displays two thick plastic checkered scales with a galvanized tang. The checkering shows good quality and texture with left scale missing a chunk towards the pommel. The Model 1913 Cavalry Saber, commonly known as the "Patton Saber," was designed by then-Lieutenant George S. Patton in 1913. Patton, who was an expert fencer, designed the saber after studying European cavalry weapons during his time in France. Unlike traditional curved cavalry sabers, the Patton Saber has a straight, thrusting blade designed for use in mounted combat. Patton believed that a straight blade was more effective for thrusting, which he considered a more efficient and deadly technique than slashing. The sword is galvanized to prevent rusting and some wear. The sword shows good condition overall with some wear and damage on the grip. The sword measures 42" long with the blade being 35" long.*