Offering an attractive French model 1872-84 smallsword or epee for an engineer officer.
Very good condition but the folding mechanism is lacking a part in the inner shell part.
There is the maker's logo stamped on the hilt for M. Benoist, Fontainebleau. Pretty long double-fuller blade with some spots.
Aside for the missing button, there is nothing loose.
No scabbard
length: 43.5'' / 111cm
blade: 37'' / 94cm
Price is 150USD + 25$ shipping anywhere in N. America. Overseas buyers please contact me for accurate rates.
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