WOW...WOW... Here is a really choice Confederate CSA in the guard Kenansville, NC Staff & Field Officers Sword ..This sword has it all accept a scabbard . Great 100% original oil cloth grip wrap along with all its original single Iron wire ..The brass has that most desired redish brass patina that you want to have on one . Its a great sword..If you dont want to spend 18K or more for one in a scabbard buy this one and you might get lucky one day and find a matching scabbard .