Lot 6439
Two Russian shashkas M 1881 for enlisted men
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
A cossack shashka M 1881 with a single-edged blade with fullers on both sides (stained, reground), the Zlatoust mark and year “1907” on the ricasso, diagonally ribbed wooden grip, brass fittings with Zlatoust mark and year “1907”, on the reverse the acceptance mark “A” (as on the blade), wooden scabbard covered with blackened leather (rubbed, minor dents, scattered minor losses) with brass fittings, stamped “A”. Accompanied by a Dragoon Shashka M1881 with a single-edged blade featuring fullers on both sides (stained, reground) and acceptance marks at the ricasso; brass guard assembly (pommel cap loose) with a smooth, worn wooden grip (cracks); crossguard with Zlatoust mark; black leather-covered scabbard (losses to covering, pressure marks) and brass fittings (acceptance mark "B"). Partially slightly damaged, signs of use and age. Length 103 and 102.5 cm.Condition: II Questions about the lot?