Original German WWI Era Hirschfänger Stag Handle Triple Etched Hunting Short Sword by Ewald Cleff with Skinning Knife in Scabbard Historical Military Books but put into a belt

but put into a belt scabbard as a a backup

The top of the head bears the correct blue painted removable Brennzünder 40 fuze

The bottom of the grenade body has some stamped markings which are difficult to read

Masséna was uncertain as to the disposition and strength of the opposing forces because Wellington deployed them on the reverse slope of the ridge

In November 1917 to bring divisions

Original German WWI Era Hirschfänger Stag Handle Triple Etched Hunting Short Sword by Ewald Cleff with Skinning Knife in Scabbard Historical Military Books but put into a beltOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an item that simply reeks of romance! In use for centuries, the German Hirschfnger (Deer Catcher) long hunting daggers or cutlasses have always made lovely display pieces, as well as military sidearms. Many of the early bayonets used by the various German States were based on the Hirschfnger design, which is both simple and elegant, almost a short sword in practical terms. This is a great WWI Era Hirschfnger