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Title 2nd Bavarian Heavy Cavalry Regiment sword
Nationality German
Period c 1907
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This rare sword is by Eickhorn of Solingen. The blade is in excellent shape for its age, with a nickel-silver finish, and engraved on one side 'In Treue Fest' (the Bavarian motto), and on the other with the regimental details, including the name Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria, the Colonel of the Regiment.

Bavaria only had two heavy cavalry regiments and Franz Ferdinand's death at Sarajevo was the initial spark for WW1.

The price reflects the fact that the scabbard is missing its wooden liners and one throat screw, as well as the relatively modern repaint of the scabbard body. The leather and wire wrap to the grip are in excellent shape.

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


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

testimonials

Having received the beautiful medal that has been the subject of many recent phone calls, I am absolutely delighted with it. More importantly, the research you provided into the military backgrounds of all those involved made it all the more poignant. Thank you for your highly professional and friendly help and advice throughout the transaction.

Edward Hudson, UK, 10.02.2011

i received the baio - great item - thanks

D P, France, 29.11.2010

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