Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer's Sword by Simson & Co. of Suhl - Dated 1914 Receivers Pulling the hammer back withdraws

Pulling the hammer back withdraws the striker from the breech block allowing it to be lifted on its pivot pin by means of a small fixed knob on the right side of the block

In September 1959

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gold and other minerals found on their territories to strangers

All this is relayed on two large card swing tickets that have accompanied the Musket ever since

Original Imperial German WWI Artillery Officer's Sword by Simson & Co. of Suhl - Dated 1914 Receivers Pulling the hammer back withdrawsOriginal item: Only One Available. Despite the machine guns and artillery, swords were still issued to officers in WWI. 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 nice blade condition, with only a few areas of light oxidation. The blade has