This quality arm is the ceremonial version of the British Household Cavalry Trooper's Sword and scabbard. It is crafted in accordance with the British MOD specifications UK/SC/6206 Issue 1. Delivered under government contract.
In November 2005, WKC purchased the toolings of Wilkinson Sword Ltd.
for production of various ceremonial swords.
Sword and Scabbard: Nato Stock No.: 8465-99-973-6888.
Blade:
A forged stainless steel
blade. It is hardened to ca. 48-52° HRC Rockwell, then well-tempered and hand-polished.
Guard:
Pierced steel guard, hand-polished, chrome-plated guard. Cap made of brass, chrome-plated.
Grip:
Handle is covered with genuine fishskin, wrapped with silver wires.
Scabbard:
Nickel-plated and hand-polished steel tube with 2 attachment rings. Dimension ca. 900 mm.