WW2 German Army Officers Sword by WKC, Model Nr 1060, fine u...
Hammer
£320
WW2 German Army Officers Sword by WKC, Model Nr 1060, fine untouched example with gilt brass flat knuckle bow guard with oakleaves relief, down winged national eagle and swastika to the langet, dove head type with oakleaves relief to the back strap. Housed in the original blackened scabbard with leather sword hanger attached. The sword retains the original leather and wire portepee / knot. Un-marked plain slightly curved blade. Remains in generally good condition. Blade 76 1/4 cms, overall 97 1/2 cms.
Although the sword has no makers trademark, it is shown attributed to WKC, Solingen, on page 138 in 'Swords of Germany 1900-1945' by J R Angolia.
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£320
WW2 German Army Officers Sword by WKC, Model Nr 1060, fine untouched example with gilt brass flat knuckle bow guard with oakleaves relief, down winged national eagle and swastika to the langet, dove head type with oakleaves relief to the back strap. Housed in the original blackened scabbard with leather sword hanger attached. The sword retains the original leather and wire portepee / knot. Un-marked plain slightly curved blade. Remains in generally good condition. Blade 76 1/4 cms, overall 97 1/2 cms.
Although the sword has no makers trademark, it is shown attributed to WKC, Solingen, on page 138 in 'Swords of Germany 1900-1945' by J R Angolia.