This is an original WW2 period German Nazi Police /Fire Service Officer Rank Furhredegen Dress Sword. These swords were for wear by Officers& officials of officer rank of the Police & Fire Department (see page 252 of the book ‘Swords Of Germany’ By Angolia for similar swords). The sword measures 36 ¾”overall and the ricasso of its clean, 31 ¼” single edged, blade with partial fullers is stamped with the ‘FW Holler Solingen’ manufacturer’s name and trademark. Its brown wood ribbed grip is undamaged and one side has white metal Eagle with Swastika (original, but not typical of the wreathed Eagle with Swastika usually seen on Nazi Police swords). The handle has on ornate oak Leaf motif ferrule, knuckle guard and stepped pommel. The hilt is fitted with original Fire Protection Police Officer’s Bullion Cord & Portepee (see page 326 of Angolia’s book where a Fire Protection Police Officer’s rank portepee the same as ours is illustrated). The sword is complete with its original black painted steel scabbard with single steel hanging ring, fixed strap bar and shoe. The throat has an ornate steel mount with geometric design. The scabbard has a few small dents and just light surface scuffs to the paint consistent with service wear and age. As with all of our stock this item is guaranteed 100% original. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 22850
£895.00