The 1803 was a vast improvement over the 1796 and the hilt design is classic. Sometimes regimental variations were incorporated in the hilt pattern. These were mainly issued to flank company officers and sometimes have company of regimental variations. This one has standard design. No makers marks or proof marks. There are multiple period etchings including stands of arms and dragons etched into the blade. This was probably blue and gilted at one time.
The 1803 was a vast improvement over the 1796 and the hilt design is classic. Sometimes regimental variations were incorporated in the hilt pattern. These were mainly issued to flank company officers and sometimes have company of regimental variations. This one has standard design. No makers marks or proof marks. There are multiple period etchings including stands of arms and dragons etched into the blade. This was probably blue and gilted at one time.