Collector Bookstore Notes:

Circa 1882, this is an exact reprint of the original 19th century military and fraternal sword catalog of the Ames Sword company.

Publishers Description:

The level of detail in these original catalog images will surprise you. Dealers who sold Ames swords used this catalog in their stores, and every feature is clearly shown. Reproduced directly from the incredibly rare originals, Military, Fraternal and more! The key to identifying hundreds of Ames Swords! Shows the whole Ames line, including swords from the Civil War and even earlier. Lots of related military items like belts, bayonets, etc. 541 swords illustrated with original prices and descriptions.