Original Imperial Russian WWI Era Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka Sword French Artwork & Posters steel plate with fold-out handle

steel plate with fold-out handle marked U

Comes complete with a curved Nickel plated steel scabbard with two hanging rings

we shall do our utmost to master fate and try everything in our power to defeat the sub-humanity that is wildly attacking us

The markings on the back of the watch read:

Other variations were never worn but may have been folded and placed inside helmet liners

Original Imperial Russian WWI Era Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka Sword French Artwork & Posters steel plate with fold-out handleOriginal Item: One One Available. This is a very rare example of an Imperial Russian Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka, which was not later destroyed or defaced after the Russian Revolution. Unlike most designs used, this has a handguard, whereas these usually do not even have a cross guard. The 32 inch long blade is in good condition, though it definitely does show use and age, with heavy oxidation at the ricasso. It has been sharpened, and there are some