Australian 1908 Pattern Cavalry Sword

You're holding more than just a sword—this is a turning point in cavalry weapon design. The 1908 Pattern Cavalry Sword, as used by Australian mounted troops, was engineered for pure thrusting power. With a long, stiff blade and a highly protective bowl hilt, this saber was built for charge tactics at full gallop. When you grip its ergonomic handle, you’ll feel the intelligent weight balance and directional control that made it one of the most effective cavalry weapons of its time.

By 1908, the British Empire ended decades of indecision between cutting and thrusting sword design. This model represented a clean break from cut-and-thrust compromise, instead optimizing for the deadly efficiency of the thrust. Fielded by the British, Canadian, and especially the Australian cavalry, this sword embodied a last breath of old-world battlefield valor before the machine-gun era rendered cavalry charges obsolete. Though King Edward VII initially balked at its stark, utilitarian look, the 1908 Pattern was praised by experts as the most advanced cavalry sword of its kind.

Key Features:

• Historically accurate replica of the 1908 Australian Cavalry Sword
• Unsharpened EN9 high carbon steel blade
• Full steel bowl guard for hand protection
• Pistol-style grip with thumb groove for superior control
• Molded grip mimics original Bakelite material with diamond pattern
• Includes polished steel scabbard with twin suspension rings

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If you're a collector of military swords or a historical reenactor with an eye for detail, this 1908 Australian Cavalry Sword offers the perfect blend of historical authenticity and functional craftsmanship. It’s a striking tribute to the final evolution of mounted combat and a dramatic symbol of a bygone era.