Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie Solingen Germany MATCHING NUMBERS, Argentina Model 1 Other Blades

MATCHING NUMBERS, Argentina Model 1909 Sidearm By Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie Solingen Germany, Scabbard & Leather Frog. Sn 11853 - 11853

This is an M1909 Sidearm/ knife with a 14 ¾” blade. It was made by the German manufacturer Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie Solingen for Argentina. The blade is marked with the german manufacturer’s name on one side and with the crest of Argentina ion the reverse together with M1909 model designation. The cross guard carries the number ‘BO5O4O’ and the pommel is marked ‘RA’ within a circle denoting ‘Republica Argentino’. The grips are wood held by 2 rivets. The scabbard is steel and has matching number ‘BO5O4O’. It is contained in its correct brown leather frog which is stamped to the rear with the manufacturer’s mark which appears to be ‘Portal’ over ‘Alida’ & ‘Ind Arg’. There is also the crest of Argentina . This is an impressive quality made sidearm in excellent condition with matching numbers and correct frog. Apparently some of these weapons were seen being worn by Argentine soldiers during the Falklands conflict. Price includes UK delivery. Sn 11853

£345.00