Shown vertically above, but intended for horizontal mounting with the engraving plate at the bottom, is an oak model lined with black velvet.
Our Saber Cases are made out of solid hardwood with a multiply Luan plywood back. We use hand selected Red Oak, American Cherry, and Black Walnut. Cases are stained with an oil stain and then multiple coats of lacquer are applied with hand sanding for a beautiful, smooth semi-gloss finish.
Although the process of applying lacquer is more tedious, it will outlast polyurethane because over time the multiple coats of polyurethane will peel. When lacquer is applied it naturally melts the previous coat to allow it to bond together, thus there is not any layering effect or any possibility the finish will peel off.
Both Blue and Black velvet is offered on this model. We use the highest grade of “instrument quality” velvet made in the USA by JB Martin. The velvet is hand stretched over quilting batting to give the sabers a pillow-like background.
20 1/4 x 39 1/2 inches (51.5 x 100.3 cm)
This double case can fit any combination of USAFA, USMA or Marine NCO sabers. Glass is no longer available as it makes the case too heavy and is too easily broken due to the large surface area of the double case. The hand guard on the Marine NCO saber is too wide to accommodate glass on these cases without a significant redesign, which would also mean a significant cost increase.
Shipping weight: 20 pounds (without glass), 28 pounds (with glass).
Shipping Boxes: Double cases are shipped in a specially hand modified second box which gives approximately two inches of clearance around an inner box which houses the saber case. These shipping boxes are a 250 pound weight corrugated cardboard. The inner box has additional corner protection utilizing 'blow out' corner inserts. These inserts add to the overall protection from damage.
Please note that sabers are not included with any of our cases.
Shipping: Can ship within the Continental USA (CONUS) via UPS Ground or to any APO/FPO address via USPS Parcel Post. If USPS Parcel Post is used, expect 4 to 6 weeks for delivery. Priority shipping to APO/FPO is available for an extra cost (please call 1-800-984-2160…customer service option to arrange). Shipping & Handling fee includes insurance.
Weight: 20 lb (28lbs with glass cover)