Slow steps to perfection

The evolution of Household Cavalry swords was punctuated by a seemingly endless succession of committees, specifications, prototypes, trials and  revisions. The fundamental conflict of official opinion over the priority of cutting versus thrusting was never fully resolved.

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Household Cavalry Trooper’s Sword

Like the officer’s version, the 1892 Trooper’s Sword features a heavy single-edged blade.  The bowl, chased and pierced with initials HC interteined, also carries the sovereign’s crown.  The grip is of wood covered with fish-skin and bound with silver-plated copper wire.

The scabbard is made of high-quality nickel-plated steel.

Regiments

Regiments:
The Life Guards
The Blues and Royals