Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword with Wood Grip by Simson & Co. Suhl - Dated 1914 No Return was often seen with this

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

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

It retains most of the original fire gilding especially in the edges and recesses

At the top on the outside there is a large brass hook so it can be hung up easily keeping your cloths clean and tidy

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

Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword with Wood Grip by Simson & Co. Suhl - Dated 1914 No Return was often seen with thisOriginal 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,