1896 sword model?

[pointystuff]

The seller describes it as a Model 1896:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220917160646&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

http://forum.axishistory.com/download/file.php?id=225319" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Does the forum text in the link above refer to the combat sword, or a dress item?

 

[poniatowski]

I don't know anything about swords, but it would be nice if he had some photos of any hallmarks, manufacturer marks, etc.

Ron

 

[reservist1]

There is good information on these artillery swords on Tony's website. Try this link.

http://www.kaisersbunker.com/cc/bw.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Reservist1