Original 1895 British Saw Back Pioneer Sword by Wilkinson Antique Long Guns This nice little carbine started

This nice little carbine started life as a Martini Henry Mk III in

In the beginning

While many of the ordinary soldiers realize that the war is senseless and that there can never be a final victory

was banned from Indian Service

Offered in truly excellent display condition still retaining heavy blue/black finish and all manufacturer’s maker and model markings which read:

Original 1895 British Saw Back Pioneer Sword by Wilkinson Antique Long Guns This nice little carbine startedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice original example of the Victorian issue Pioneer Saw Back Short Sword made famous by the Royal West Kent regiment. All brass hilt with fluted grip and single stirrup hilt guard. 22. 5 inch saw back blade well marked showing Proofs, broad arrow over WD, signed WILKINSON, LONDON and dated 7' 95 the month and year of issue: July 1895. Used in just about every Military campaign in the closing Victorian