{"product_id":"fashensmesser","title":"19th Century Saxon Faschinenmesser – Metz Fortress Unit Marked - 12.A.F.3.93","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19th Century Saxon Faschinenmesser – Metz Fortress Unit Marked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 19th-century German \u003cstrong\u003eFaschinenmesser\u003c\/strong\u003e, or infantry sidearm, associated with Saxon service and carrying period Metz fortress unit markings (12.A.F.3.93) across both the hilt its matching scabbard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScabbard is stable and solid, with no flex. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese substantial short swords were issued for both field use and as practical sidearms, with the heavy blade suited to cutting duties as well as military wear. This example has a pleasing untouched appearance, with age-related patina and service wear throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe period unit markings add considerably to its interest and give the piece a strong historical character beyond that of an unmarked example. Worthy of further research. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good original antique condition with wear, staining, patina and surface oxidation consistent with age and service use. Some localized stabilised pitting in areas of the blade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUK delivery included in the price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castlereagh Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59420090368345,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1082\/0960\/2905\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_a78476b0-8fab-44c5-b14d-f1293d04dbe8.jpg?v=1789393698","url":"https:\/\/castlereaghantiques.co.uk\/products\/fashensmesser","provider":"Castlereagh Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}