An Italian cavalry sword model 1860 by Schnitzler & Kirschbaum of Solingen Germany.  S&K marked on the blade's ricasso on one side and an unclear mark on the other side of it.  The sword is in fair to good condition with pitting on the metal showing its age as a 160 year old item that was probably used in battle. Description: With scabbard: 109 cm (42.91 inches) Without scabbard: 102.5 cm (40.35 inches)