Model 1767 flintlock saber of revolutionary design, known as the “1790.” Bronze handle, one-piece construction, without lugs, hallmarked “Manceaux D.D.” on the guard’s crossguard; curved blade with a flat back, hallmarked with the lictor’s fasces. Length: 71 cm A.B.E. Without scabbard. Several armorsmiths bore this name in the 18th century prior to Joseph-François, an armorsmith specializing in luxury weapons during the Empire and the Restoration.