US M1902 Sword Hanger . SU105

United States Model 1902 Army Officer Sword Hanger. Nickel plated hanger is marker marked on clip: Rustproof Germany, Russell Uniform Company New York, NY. Twist lock clip still works fine. Most likely 1960s-1990s era. Worn condition.

Additional Notes: The U.S. M-1902 “Army” sword is the first major change from combat to dress style swords. It was intended to replace the Model 1872 Cavalry Officer’s Saber. The M-1902 sword is a basic sword and can be considered as a type of Light Cavalry Saber.  Also, the M-1902 sword is similar to European patterns of the time. It has a nickel-plated iron hilt and black composition grip, early specimens are sometimes found with a dark-brown wood grip. The U.S. Army Officer’s M-1902 sword was adopted in July of 1902 by the Army for all officers’ and is still the current regulation sword for Army and Air Force officers.

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