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WWII Era Russian Cossack Enlisted M1927 Shashka Cavalry Sword

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD
WWII Era Russian Cossack Enlisted M1927 Shashka Cavalry Sword
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WWII Era Russian Cossack Enlisted M1927 Shashka Cavalry Sword, dated 1942, with arsenal stamps on either side of the ricasso area, 31.25" wide fullered blade with pointed tip, brass handle fittings, grooved wood grips, wood scabbard covered with woven material and painted black. Brass scabbard fittings with arsenal proof marks and black painted steel drag. Overall length is 38.25". Lower handle brass fitting has arsenal mark and number. Condition is excellent, in about unissued condition. Blade is bright with no rust or signs of use, just a light coating of old dried grease. Brass handle fittings have a nice dark, un-cleaned patina. Wood grip has a couple of very small dings and a wonderful dark patina. Scabbard has a couple of small dings to the woven cloth covering and minor paint loss to the drag, but the overall appearance is close to mint. Brass scabbard fittings have a fine dark patina. The original leather blade washer is present and in excellent shape. A very nice example. Est.: $1,000-$1,500.