Original Imperial German WWI Prussian Model 1889 Hussar Cavalry Sword with Scabbard
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the classic Prussian Model 1889 Cavalry Sword, as used by Hussar and other traditional cavalry units. It features a straight thrusting blade, and a basket hilt guard. These swords were privately purchased, so there is no acceptance marking on the spine.
The guard is partly "fold-away", and that portion also bears the Prussian Eagle on it, with the shield of the House of Hohenzollern on the chest. The grip is molded dark brown bakelite or gutta percha, and is in very good shape, with little wear, and no cracks or chips. The blade buffer washers are unfortunately completely missing.
The 33 inch blade of this example is in good shape, but does show a lot of past staining and light oxidation. There is also some denting on the edge of the blade, so this example looks to have seen actual use, which still occurred at the time, though it was not very common. It's also possible it was from settling a dispute with another officer, as sword duals were still fairly common in Prussia at the time.
The scabbard is the standard steel straight type with double hanger rings. There is no slot on the inside, so this is a field scabbard, not a dress scabbard. It does not have any major bends or dents in the shell, just the same type of light oxidation and pitting as seen on the blade.
A very nice service used German Cavalry sword from the WWI era, ready to display!
Specifications:
Overall length: 38”
Blade length: 33”
Blade Style: Straight Single Edged Spear Point with Fuller
Basket dimensions: 4 1/2" width x 5” length
Scabbard Length: 33 3/4"
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