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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

The package arrived savely today and the piece is absolutely marvellous.

It was a pleasure doing business with you and I'm looking forward to future aquisitions.

H W, Austria, 04.02.2016

The buckle arrived today in good order, many thanks for the speedy delivery. A nice buckle, as described, and a welcome addition to my collection. Will revisit your website regularly for other items of interest.

L M, Channel Islands, 30.01.2009

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