For an identical example, see plate 19.S on page 68 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. The slightly curved blade has a narrow single fuller along the top on both sides. Blade is stamped with a running fox with "SH" within the body on both sides. Brass hilt with heart-shaped guard with two branches on right side. Round pommel with integral capstan. This is one of the most recognizable widely used British swords of the French and Indian and Revolutionary Wars. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark grey patina with scattered light pitting and some heavier pitting towards tip. Markings excellent. Hilt retains a pleasing dark mustard patina, quillon is absent. DMG Name Value Blade Length 24" Overall Length 29 - 1/2" Paperwork
For an identical example, see plate 19.S on page 68 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. The slightly curved blade has a narrow single fuller along the top on both sides. Blade is stamped with a running fox with "SH" within the body on both sides. Brass hilt with heart-shaped guard with two branches on right side. Round pommel with integral capstan. This is one of the most recognizable widely used British swords of the French and Indian and Revolutionary Wars. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark grey patina with scattered light pitting and some heavier pitting towards tip. Markings excellent. Hilt retains a pleasing dark mustard patina, quillon is absent. DMG Name Value Blade Length 24" Overall Length 29 - 1/2" Paperwork
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