Original Imperial German Engraved Iron Cross 1st Class EKI to Dr. Otto Meisenbach - Silver Marked 800 Vintage Signs Italy went to war with

Italy went to war with the fifth largest navy in the world

It features a 33 1/2" half octagonal and half round barrel

known as the "Hunger Winter"

this rifle at some time in its life suffered catastrophic damage to the forestock

Comes complete with tripod which is contained when assembled in a canvas carry bag

Original Imperial German Engraved Iron Cross 1st Class EKI to Dr. Otto Meisenbach - Silver Marked 800 Vintage Signs Italy went to war withOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was an award of