Maker
Hörster E. & F. Co., Solingen
Model
M1889
Blade
single-edged
Length
990 mm
Weight
1297 g
Condition
EXC
Imperial German Prussian Officer’s Sword Degen 1889 by E. & F. Hörster Solingen
This Imperial Model 89 Infantry Sword is in EXC condition by E. & F. Hörster Solingen.
Grip: The grip is totally intact and in very fine condition. The grip has a good deep bluish-purple coloration. This grip is tightly wrapped with a skein of triple twist brass wire, the center strand being of larger proportion. The basket flows downward into an open area which features a crowned Prussian eagle grasping a scepter as well as a sword. The eagle has the cypher of the Imperial family, “WRII”. There is a leather finger loop in place, having a white color.
Blade: The blade is single-edged with the maker by E. & F. Hörster Solingen.
Scabbard: The scabbard is a straight example, have the original paint. Overall it is about 90% intact.
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