Issued US Army Ceremonial Swords
Issued US Army Ceremonial Swords
Issued US Army Ceremonial Swords
Issued US Army Ceremonial Swords
Issued US Army Ceremonial Swords

Vendor:Americana Pipedream Apparel

Issued US Army Ceremonial Swords

$199.99
Description

The United States Army has not changed the design of its ceremonial swords for about a century. by buying one of these beautiful blades, you're getting more than just a badass sword; you're getting a tangible piece of US Army history.  

The fancier NCO option is for you limpwristed sissy boys, featuring engravings and a decorative hilt. The simple man's "officer" variant features a simpler bronze grip with a simple straight blade; its clam-like hilt reminding you of that one stripper from off-base. 

Features:

  • Authentic USGI 
  • Two styles available 
  • Scabbard included
  • NCO and Officer options available 

 

The history

The Model 1902 ended the system of separate branch patterns. Its official name is “saber for all officers, Model 1902,” and it was adopted on July 17, 1902, under General Order No. 81. It was designed to replace both the Model 1850 for foot officers and the Model 1872 for cavalry. It was authorized for all officers, both infantry and cavalry, except chaplains. The final design came from years of experimentation by Henry V. Allien & Company, working with Army officers who had privately asked Allien to develop a better saber. It was still a lightweight sword meant mostly for ceremony, but its slightly curved blade and larger guard made it at least usable in combat. Steel hilts and guards were mandated in December 1902, and the scabbard is nickel-plated steel. A later review recommended keeping the pattern, and the M1902 remains the regulation sword for US Army officers today. 

From weapon to ceremony

By World War I, the sword had stopped being a practical combat weapon for officers, and the saber was formally withdrawn as a cavalry weapon in 1934. From then on, the officer’s sword became a symbol of rank and tradition. Today the M1902 appears at parades, weddings, change-of-command ceremonies, and commissioning events, and personalized presentation swords with etched blades and an engraved name panel remain a common gift to newly commissioned officers.

Style
Style: Officer
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Curious About Sizing?

Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.

Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.

Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.

 

Jacket & Shirt Sizing

In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.

To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit. 

This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:

14"-15" PtP = XXS

16-17" PtP = Extra Small

18"-19" PtP = Small

20-21" PtP = Medium

22-23" PtP = Large

24-25" PtP = Extra Large

26-27" PtP = XXL

28-29" PtP = 3XL

Pant Sizing

We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.

To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.

To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.

Surplus Condition Guide

  1. Unissued
  2. These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be. 
  3. Issued; Good / Issued
  4. These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
  5. Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
  6. Grade 2
  7. These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
  8. This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
Prop 65 Warning

All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:

“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”

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