Lot 6285
A sabre M 1887 for infantry NCO´s and a Chassepot bayonet
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Hollow-ground triangular blade (slightly bent, minimally stained), at the root on the quarte side the etched manufacturer's signature of Chatellerault 1887, smooth nickel silver knuckle-bow hilt, a grenade symbol appliquéd on the tierce side guard plate, imitation grip winding, steel scabbard (re-blued, minor dents, sabre cuts) with one movable suspension ring. Together with a Chassepot bayonet, on the blade spine the signature of the manufacory Mutzig 1868, brass grip (pressure marks) with intact locking mechanism, steel scabbard (pitted, re-blued, dents). Signs of wear and age. Length 97 and 71 cm.351779
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