
A Rare Georgian Naval Officers Attack Hilted Fighting Sword. 35” overall, 30” broad sword blade signed ‘J.J. Runkel Solingen’ in both fullers. Copper gilt hilt with triform D-shaped folding knuckle guard, lion's head pommel, wire bound chequered ivory grip. Contained in its copper gilt mounted leather scabbard.
Circa 1800
Very rare sword in very good condition, scabbard leather replaced.
See Sim Comforts Naval Swords and Dirks page for similar Vol .1 page 102