Lot 6435
A Russian Cossacks' shashka M 1881 for enlisted men an a Prussian bayonet M 1871
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Double-grooved back blade (slightly spotty, somewhat nicked), the Cyrillic maker's mark for Zlatoust, a crowned acceptance mark “A” and date “1915” on the ricasso. Diagonally ribbed wooden grip, brass fittings with Cyrillic maker's mark for Zlatoust, acceptance mark “A” and year “1914”. Wooden scabbard covered with brown blackened leather (rubbed, cut marks, minor losses), with brass fittings (dents). Accompanied by a Prussian bayonet M 1871 with clear signs of use and rust on the unmarked back blade, the guard (intact locking mechanism) and the leather scabbard. Partially slightly damaged, signs of age. Length 103 and 63.5 cm.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
