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Title Cavalry officer's sabre, 1904 model (Graz maker)
Nationality Austrian
Period c 1910
Price £0.00
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This imperial Austrian cavalry/artillery officer's sword has a Graz maker mark to the blade ('HANS BAYER // GRAZ HOFG.'). It is quite unusual to find a Graz maker, as the blades for most of these swords were made by Weyersberg of Solingen. This was the classic cavalry officer's sword of the Great War and the 1908 Bosnian annexation.

The bulk of the nickel silver finish is missing from the hilt and scabbard. The hilt and pipe-back blade are of unusually large size, the blade having a minor kink 4" from the point. There is some wear to the fish skin wrap on the grip, but it is largely intact. There is also some minor surface rust in parts throughout the sword, where the nickel silver finish has worn off.

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[Edged Weapons : Swords : Austrian : 20th Century]

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Thanks for the excellent service. I am really happy with my purchase. I look forward to buying from you again.

M S, USA, 21.03.2009

The bayonet arrived safe and sound this morning. It is absolutely magnificent. I am thrilled to bits with it. Thanks for all the interest you have shown.

My very best wishes, and thank you, very sincerely, once again.

L L, UK, 08.06.2005

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