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 lying in a busy harbor

lying in a busy harbor at a depth of only 65 ft (20 m)

From 1847 to 1854 it was known as Allen & Thurber (Worcester)

with portions of the original Dunkelgelb paint and instructional markings still visible

and the same fate befell the Regia Aeronautica

but otherwise it’s in fantastic condition

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 lying in a busy harborOriginal 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,