Category: Pre-Regulation 18th Century

We are now within 100 years of the first official patterned swords which would be designated in 1786/88. Until this point, there are general styles of swords dated by reference points such as old paintings where the date is known, by actual date marks on the blades or by maker’s marks where there are records as to when that maker was active.

Mid-18th Century Dragoon Officer’s Sword

A lovely and sturdy British Dragoon Officer’s sword of the type carried between 1760 and 1788, just before the implementation of the official patterns.

Mid-18th Century Dragoon Officer’s Sword

Mid-18th Century Horseman’s Backsword

A Walloon-style hilted horseman’s backsword which most likely dates to the second or third quarter of the 18th century of Spanish or Portuguese origin.

Mid-18th Century Horseman’s Backsword

Ca.1690 Hunting Hanger

Hunting Sword ca.1690. Small hangers such as these saw a variety of uses. From their traditional usage as a hunting sword to being the sword of choice for naval officers in the late 1600s to early 1700s.