Original Imperial German M1849 Faschinenmesser Artillery Short Sword by F.A. Hermes of Solingen with Scabbard & Bavarian Artillery School Markings - Dated 1897 - Very Rare Brunswick Rifle These will not last long

These will not last long

which itself has now partly worn away

Now consisting of three Regular Force battalions and one Reserve Force battalion

A fantastic totally genuine matched set

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Original Imperial German M1849 Faschinenmesser Artillery Short Sword by F.A. Hermes of Solingen with Scabbard & Bavarian Artillery School Markings - Dated 1897 - Very Rare Brunswick Rifle These will not last longOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Model 1849 Faschinenmesser Artillery Short Sword, with a brass hilt and the characteristic "S" cross guard. The name itself translates to "Fascine Knife", and the design is intended both for defense an as a tool for cutting "fascines". These are bundles of sticks and brush used to strengthen trenches, walking paths, and other types of earthen work found on the battlefield,