February 24-26th 2017 Premier Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/24/2017
Comprising: A) Model 11 German Cavalry saber. Wide curved steel blade with large single fuller, heavy steel reverse-P hilt and languettes, front of guard stamped with regimental markings "E12LWR" and left side, above languette stamped "J.M.X.1.42." Leather-wrapped wood grip. Steel Scabbard with two heavy ring mounts. Good condition; grey pitted patina overall. Grip very good with some scuffs on leather. B) Elizabeth II Royal Air Force Officer's eagle pommel sword. Straight tapered single fuller steel blade is un-sharpened and decorated with etched panels of banners, RAF eagle and crown, English Coat of arms and vacant banners. Right side marked at top "BY APPOINTMENT/TO H.M. QUEEN/ELIZABETH II/SWORD/CUTLERS/WILKINSON/SWORD/LTD/MADE IN/ENGLAND". Gilt Brass hilt with large relief Royal Air Force crown over eagle on pierced guard and chiseled crown over "E/II/R" on knuckle bow. Eagle head pommel and shark skin grip with brass wire wrap. Black leather scabbard with brass mounts. Excellent overall with a few minor marks from use.
Overall Length
39 - 1/2", 38 - 1/2"