Original WWI Imperial German Army Officer's Sword with Etched Blade and Scabbard Other European Militaria We have had several of

We have had several of the rifle length examples before

Location: Hallendorf Germany

The demise of the pickelhaube began in the fields of WWI as a result of increased head wounds suffered by the German troops which were mainly caused by grenade and shell fragments

was destined to command the Fifth Army throughout most of its existence

Original WWI Imperial German Army Officer's Sword with Etched Blade and Scabbard Other European Militaria We have had several ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a classic German WWI Artillery Officer's sword. The nickeled brass alloy hilt consists of a blucher type design. The blade, although tired, still exhibits a full etched blade. The scabbard Is made of black leather with nickeled brass alloy fittings similar to the hilt. The scabbard and hilt are unit marked K. P. E. on each with a number below each unit stamp. We were unable to determine the unit,