European Swords

A personal web page dedicated to the European swords and sword makers

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Complementary information or corrections are very welcome to the author: jeanbck@hotmail.com .

A question about swords? Friendly forums and more articles are available on Mike McWatters web site www.angelfire.com/wa/swordcollector and also www.swordforum.com

French Naval Officers’ sword Model 1837

Le sabre français Mle 1822 de cavalerie de ligne dit “Bancal”: un mauvais procès?

Swords & Art Nouveau: The French Model 1896 Cavalry Officer’s sword

The Schiavona, a 17^th century masterpiece

A strange British sword

The Italian improved handle (Italian cavalry officer’s sword M1873)

A brief history of the French Manufactory of Klingenthal

Have also a look at www.chez.com/klingenthal

A brief history of the French Manufactory of Châtellerault

Last updated July, 2003

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