Original and Reproduction 19th & 20th Century Lot of 5 Swords German Navy - Kreigsmarine These early style scabbards however

These early style scabbards however were retained for parade use right up until the fall of Napoleon in 1815

There is also a 1937 version

and still completely hides the liner rivets

The Japanese were again using a cave defense system

So actually

Original and Reproduction 19th & 20th Century Lot of 5 Swords German Navy - Kreigsmarine These early style scabbards howeverOriginal Item: One Set of 5 Available. We just received these out of an old collection, untouched for years. As with any collection, there were some items that stood out, and others that were purchased as "projects", either due to condition, or because they were reproductions. Some are original items, others are reproductions and all are in varying condition. These are offered as is, and many are still coated in the original arsenal grease. Please see