April 5, 2024
Model 1845 Saxon falchion
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Model 1845 Saxon falchion . in very nice condition, original patina, makers name on one side, On the obverse ricasso is the royal Cypher for Johann., King of Saxony 1854-1873 and on the reverse the makers logo of P.D.L. (P. D. LUNESCHLOSS). Sword is 25" long, blade alone is 19", some spots on the blade, markings of maker, some wear from age weight, 3.2 pounds . Cast brass hilt with a straight guard and a slight S curve to the ends. Nice solid hilt and blade with a thick spine. Does not come with sheath. The Faschinenmesser (Fascine Knife) is a metal handled short sword issued to foot troops to be used as a tool for fortification construction, or last ditch personal weapon for protection. The practice of an Infantry edged weapon (beyond the issue socket bayonet) dates back at least to the early 18th Century and an assortment of types were used by many European nations of the era. Many of the ancient Faschinenmesser remained in Imperial arsenals and saw active service with the Kaisers armies up to and including WWI.
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