Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword Dated 1914 by Simson & Co. Suhl Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts He became a gunmaker shortly

He became a gunmaker shortly thereafter but did not start his manufactory

custom built almost certainly for the "Royal Bodyguard": A great addition to any collection

Offered in truly fine collector's condition showing a few minor storage nocks and very little metal finish wear

meaning it was manufactured in 1968

this is an exceptional

Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer Sword Dated 1914 by Simson & Co. Suhl Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts He became a gunmaker shortlyOriginal item. One Only. 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 and stamped on the upper edge is a small Crown over W over 14