PRE WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN MDL 1889 CAVALRY SWORD RGT. HERZOG CARL THEODOR
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:333409 | Modified Item: No |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany |
Imperial German Bavarian Model 1889 Cavalry Sword "Kgl. Bay. Chevaul. Rgt. Herzog Carl Theodor". This example of an Imperial German cavalry sword (Kavallier Degen), Model KD1889, which would have been used by a trooper of one of the light cavalry (Chevauleger) regiments of the Kindom of Bavaria. This sword and scabbard has not been cleaned or polished therefore it is in its original form. The paneled unit markings on the blade identify the sword with the 3rd Royal Bavarian Li...ght Cavalry Regiment, named in honor of Duke Carl Theodore. In German, panel reads "Kgl.Bayr.3.Chevaux.Rgt. Herzog Carl Theodor".
31¾" straight blade with etched floral scroll panel on the reverse with the Bavarian motto: "In Treue Fest" and the regiment's name on the obverse. W. K. & C. maker's mark. The blade is in German silver half-basket hilt with the Bavarian heraldic arms on the obverse guard. The blade is in very good condition with minor imperfections considering its use and age. The blade is unsharpened but the point is sharp and true. Horn grip has no visible damage or imperfections (it does have a very slight impression from the folded guard) . The original leather scabbard stop is in place. Scabbard with double mounting ring. Light scabbard wear to blade; scabbard with some light denting, scratching. See all photos. Any questions, let me know.
31¾" straight blade with etched floral scroll panel on the reverse with the Bavarian motto: "In Treue Fest" and the regiment's name on the obverse. W. K. & C. maker's mark. The blade is in German silver half-basket hilt with the Bavarian heraldic arms on the obverse guard. The blade is in very good condition with minor imperfections considering its use and age. The blade is unsharpened but the point is sharp and true. Horn grip has no visible damage or imperfections (it does have a very slight impression from the folded guard) . The original leather scabbard stop is in place. Scabbard with double mounting ring. Light scabbard wear to blade; scabbard with some light denting, scratching. See all photos. Any questions, let me know.
