Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword with Wood Grip by Simson & Co. Suhl - Dated 1914 German Afrikakorp Drop dead gorgeous

Drop dead gorgeous

The wood shaft 43" long

engraved 1889 model

In the immediate aftermath of the landings

Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword with Wood Grip by Simson & Co. Suhl - Dated 1914 German Afrikakorp Drop dead gorgeousOriginal item: Only One Available. Despite the machine guns and artillery, swords were still issued to officers in WW1. This is a fine example of the German Artillery Officer's Sword, commonly referred to as the "Blcher Sabel," named for the Prussian Commander who was ally to the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. This example is in fine condition showing really nice blade condition, showing only a bit of ancient rust staining,