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 The ricasso is marked on

The ricasso is marked on one side with the PROVED star and on the other with:

and then turned to the production of small cartridge revolvers in

with a freely moving firing pin

Specifications:Blade Length: 17"Blade Style: Single Edge with FullerOverall length: 21 3/4"Crossguard: 2 1/2”Scabbard Length: 17 5/8"

The missing cargo straps

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 The ricasso is marked onOriginal 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,