Is there a big difference in quality between pre-War swords and later? No, really it all depends on the maker of the sword. This was an eastern symbol of two intertwined triangles used by the early sword craftsman to show the quality of the sword, and was carried on by European sword crafters. That's just a guess though!Īs far as the Star of David, that's actually the Star of Damascus. I'm guessing that there's no maker name on the sword as it was probably carried and sold through the Academy or local tailor's shop directly from the sword maker, rather than through an importer, which is typically who stuck their names on Navy swords during that time period. Sound fair? Condition is very close to mint. prices for these rigs today seem to be in the $250-$325 range. the buckles one seems almost die-struck, the other mayber stamped (?) - plus one eagle head looks right the other left (?). one belt sword seems heavier weight and better quality than the other, esp. do wartime and pre-war swords differ in quality? This one has all the gilt, polished highlights etc. ![]() why does this sword have no maker's name, just an inletted black "Proved" surrounded by the familiar Jewish star design? The officer was a '39 USNA grad, and had his sword monogram'd and leather case initialed and the blade engraving includes his name fancily spelled out near the ricasso. I just obtained a fine sword, two belts and other material from an estate sale.
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