Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber-type Sword Historical Significance: The Volksgasmaske was

Historical Significance: The Volksgasmaske was mass-produced in the late 1930s and early 1940s to protect German civilians from chemical attacks

hand-thrown weapon

These were worn off-duty or kept as personal mementos and were never official uniform issue

Part number and serial number can be seen clearly

23 was introduced in 1923 as Czechoslovakia sought to standardize its military equipment after gaining independence in 1918

Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber-type Sword Historical Significance: The Volksgasmaske wasEra: 1860 1880 Origin: U. S. Manufacture Materials: Steel blade Brass guard & pommel Leather wrapped grip Brass Guard is intact Has honest wear Fair to Good antique condition (untouched, but aged)