Original Zulu Wars Hardwood Knobkierie with Lion Tail Skin Grip - Circa 1879 German Militaria 249 Squadron in Hurricane

249 Squadron in Hurricane

Offered in nice collector's condition

The saber comes complete with the correct matched all steel scabbard

Use as an infantry and naval weapon

the rear sight on these varies—some had a tangent sight

Original Zulu Wars Hardwood Knobkierie with Lion Tail Skin Grip - Circa 1879 German Militaria 249 Squadron in HurricaneOriginal Item: Only one available. Once the Battle is over, the victorious have the right to stroll the field looking for spoils to bring home to remind them of their Victory. England has been full of such items but sadly in years since WW2 most everything has gone. This genuine Zulu Knobkierie is a very nice example that no doubt some young British trooper found on the battle field and brought back to England as a remembrance. Measures 24" in overall