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The ONLY Known Marked American Revolution Horseman's Saber by ''JOSIAH WOOD'', Ex- Norman Flayderman Collection. Marked ''WOOD''. - Super Rare American Revolution Horseman's Saber Sword by ''JOSIAH WOOD'', Ex- Norman Flayderman Collection. Marked ''WOOD''. Here is the rarest of the rare when it comes to American Revolutionary War horseman's sabers ! It is the only recorded example of a horseman's sword by Pennsylvania cutler Josiah Wood and struck deeply with his mark on the blade’s ricasso. Ex Norman Flayderman collection and pictured in the most important reference for American Rev War swords; ''Swords and Blades of the American Revolution'', by George Neumann, plate 314s.Josiah Wood contracted with the Committee of Safety for production of pikes during the Revolution. He is recorded in ''Arms Makers of Colonial America'' by Whisker, page 205.The Wood saber is constructed in the usual Rev War era 4 slot guard pattern, but the side bars are not straight, they are diamond shaped and the entire hilt is profusely decorated all over with 100's of tiny differing punches. It is highlighted by the beautiful, tall decorated pommel. The original, twist carved, walnut grip is completely intact (no damage or cracking) as is the original brass grip wire (now slightly loose from natural wood grip shrinkage). The plain, flat, curved blade measures 33'' and is deeply struck at the ricasso with Josiah Wood's mark. It is in untouched, uncleaned condition with a deep aged patina. Only some mild pitting near tip. Sword is in overall excellent original condition ! Signed American made Rev War sabers are extreme rarities. A James Potter, NY horseman's saber now brings over $25,000. Our Josiah Wood saber is considerably Rarer (and absolutely Gorgeous) compared to the plain black, non decorated Potter sabers. When you take into consideration that there are an estimated 30 + surviving examples of the James Potter sabers and Only One known example of the Josiah Wood saber there is no comparison ! This is truly the rarest of the rare ! For the most advanced American Revolutionary collection or museum. Total length (inside scabbard if present): 38 3/4”, Blade length: 32 1/2”. Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com. ***All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and SOFE AUCTIONS does not give refunds. SOFE AUCTIONS ARE PLEASED TO OFFER IN-HOUSE PACKAGING AND SHIPPING SERVICES. PACKAGING SERVICE ONLY: start at $25 and up depending on item/s. Available IN-HOUSE shipping is within the USA of small, medium, semi-large, NON-FRAGILE items. SOFE WON'T ship items in glass frames. After paying for your item/s please call us at 469-268-1177, or email us at info@sofedesignauctions.com to request a quote. All item/s will be shipped via UPS or FedEx, FULLY insured, unless insurance declined in writing by the buyer. SOFE AUCTIONS does not use USPS. We do have a list of suggested third-party shippers. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.