{"product_id":"original-imperial-german-wwi-m-1889-wurttemberg-officer-s-sword-with-scabbard-and-remnants-of-sword-knot","title":"Original Imperial German WWI M-1889 Württemberg Officer’s Sword with Scabbard and Remnants of Sword Knot","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful condition Imperial German Model 1889 Infantry Württemberg Officer sword and scabbard, by the legendary Solingen-based firm of Carl Eickhorn. The hilt is a gilded brass D shape fold away guard, and the side of the pommel has the embossed cypher for the leader of Württemberg. The grip is brass wire bound over black celluloid. The wire has come loose however. This model of sword would often have a leather fore finger loop on the inside of the guard, and this example retains the loop! This example originally had a full sword knot, but the knot is now gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nickel plated straight blade is in very good condition and has a double fuller on each side and is 32” from the spear point to the hilt. The nickel plate is retained well but there are areas of heavy wear and loss. Overall length of the sword is 37¾”. A buff felt washer is fitted to the blade where it meets the guard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse ricasso is stamped with the Carl Eickhorn \"\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Squirrel\u003c\/strong\u003e\" trademark over C.E., for manufacture by the legendary firm of Carl Eickhorn, located in Solingen, the \"City of Blades\" in Western Germany. Per J. Anthony Carter's book GERMAN KNIFE AND SWORD MAKERS, this specific version of the mark was used on swords, \"walking out\" bayonets, and other similar items after 1906. This is exactly the mark that should be on a WWI Blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis company was founded in 1865 by Carl Eickhorn, and is arguably the most famous of all Solingen makers. Not only could the family trace their history back 500 years, but they could also demonstrate involvement in the hardening and grinding industries for the same period. Truly the nobility of Solingen Edged weapon dynasties. Eickhorn edged weapons are the most desirable of all makers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel scabbard has a single hanging ring, as the second fitting was for a hook on the hanger. It has the standard black enamel finish, which has worn off in some areas, and the underlying steel has oxidized. The scabbard is mostly straight without any denting. The original sword knot cord is tied to the suspension ring, but the knot is entirely gone and the remaining strap is heavily cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall condition is very good. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade length: 32”\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Single Edge with Double Fullers\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 37 3\/4”\u003cbr\u003eHandguard: 4 1\/2”W x 4 1\/2”L\u003cbr\u003eScabbard length: 35”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44034343567429,"sku":"ONAC25SD0817","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONAC25SD0817__02.jpg?v=1764019706","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-imperial-german-wwi-m-1889-wurttemberg-officer-s-sword-with-scabbard-and-remnants-of-sword-knot","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}