Original Imperial German WWI Hessian Infantry Officer’s Sword & Scabbard with Sharkskin Grip by Otto Mertens of Solingen British Edged Weapons There are Japanese markings on

There are Japanese markings on both the fuze and on the base of the casing

the AC-130 aircraft immediately comes to mind

The only other sawback we could find bore the same trademark as this example

fitted with an Otsu diesel engine that was capable of propelling it at speeds of up to 60 km/h while preserving range

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Original Imperial German WWI Hessian Infantry Officer’s Sword & Scabbard with Sharkskin Grip by Otto Mertens of Solingen British Edged Weapons There are Japanese markings onOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a lovely & scarce example of a WWI Era Hessian Infantry Officers sword & scabbard. The hilt is lovely silvered brass with a great ornate guard design. The 25 blade is in good condition and retains much of its nickel plating. It is marked on one side of the ricasso with: OTTO MERTENS SOLINGEN This is a scarcely seen maker during this period. The blade has some light oxidation near the tip. The hilt is in