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Late 18th Century Continental European Hunting Sword (Cuttoe / Hanger), circa 1760–1800
Offered is an authentic late 18th-century Continental European hunting sword, also referred to as a cuttoe or hunting hanger, dating approximately 1760–1800. This attractive sidearm features a hand-forged single-edged blade mounted with an engraved brass hilt, solid brass knuckle bow and shell guard, and an original stag antler grip secured by a peened tang construction.
The sword exhibits the honest wear, patina, and craftsmanship expected of an antique over 200 years old. The brass hilt retains its original engraved decoration, while the naturally aged antler grip shows excellent color and character. The blade remains full-length with an attractive untouched appearance and stable age patina.
Features
- Late 18th Century (circa 1760–1800)
- Continental European origin
- Hunting sword / Cuttoe / Hanger form
- Original stag antler grip
- Hand-engraved brass shell guard and knuckle bow
- Brass pommel and ferrule
- Original peened full-tang construction
- Hand-forged single-edged blade
- No visible maker\'s marks
- Overall length: approximately 28½ inches
- Blade length: approximately 23 inches
Condition
The sword remains in original antique condition with normal wear consistent with its age. The brass has developed an attractive untouched patina. The antler grip remains solid with expected age-related character. The blade shows honest oxidation and age without modern polishing or restoration.
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Historical Notes
This style of hunting hanger was widely carried throughout Continental Europe during the latter half of the eighteenth century. Similar swords were used by hunters, foresters, gamekeepers, civilian officials, and military officers as practical sidearms and dress weapons. Examples of this general form date to the Revolutionary War era, although no direct American or military provenance is claimed for this particular sword.
An excellent addition to any collection of early European edged weapons, Revolutionary War-era antiques, hunting swords, or eighteenth-century militaria.
