WW1 Canadian CEF 1897 Pattern Infantry Officer’s Sword With Field Scabbard

The WW1 Canadian CEF 1897 Pattern Infantry Officer’s Sword with Field Scabbard is a representative example of the edged weapons used by Canadian officers during the First World War. This sword follows the 1897 British pattern, featuring a straight, thrusting blade approximately 32.5 inches in length. The blade is typically etched with the royal cypher and other decorative motifs, consistent with service swords of the period. The sword is equipped with a three-quarter basket hilt, providing hand protection, and is finished with a wire-bound sharkskin grip. The included field scabbard is constructed of brown leather with steel fittings, designed for ease of carry and durability in active service conditions. Issued to officers of the Canadian Expeditionary Force, this sword reflects the standardized equipment shared among Commonwealth forces. The 1897 pattern remained in use throughout the war and into succeeding decades, making it a significant artifact for Canadian military history collections.