Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword with Wood Grip by Simson & Co. Suhl - Dated 1914 No Return The holster has a wide

The holster has a wide belt loop and a canvas shoulder strap

change the magazine

was often seen with this large badge on his headgear during the First World War

This level of hand craftsmanship demonstrates that these were not ordinary firearms

Fits both 1853 Enfield & Snider (sold by IMA) as well as 1855 Springfield socket bayonets

Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword with Wood Grip by Simson & Co. Suhl - Dated 1914 No Return The holster has a wideOriginal 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,