I have the saber that Lt. Charles Treichel carried at the battle of Springfield and beyond. It is a German made model 1840 "Wrist Breaker". Yes it is 100% real, just out of the family. It is clearly engraved on the pommel "FREMONT GUARD". A second sword I have seen is marked in the identical fashion with the addition of "Co. A" on the guard. God love ya, Philip