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Title Prussian infantry officer's sword, 1889 model
Nationality German
Period c 1914
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A clean example of the standard infantry officer's sword for the Prussian army in WW1, with a folding guard from the early WW1 period. The bakelite (or similar composition material) grip has the usual monarch's cypher, in this case that of Wilhelm II, the last emperor of Germany. A clean EPNS blade by WK&Co with no scabbard.

The hilt is 6 inches long, the hinge is 2.75 inches (7 cms) long and the blade is 32 inches (81 cms).

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


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

testimonials

Second buckle arrived. Very pleased with it. Thanks. I'll be keeping an eye on your website for more buckles.

D R, UK, 12.01.2011

Just to let you know that the bayonet arrived safely this morning by Royal Mail. I am delighted with it and it will be put to very good use at some forthcoming events.

A F, UK, 23.05.2009

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