Original Imperial Russian WWI Era Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka Sword with Scabbard - Dated 1905 German Uniforms This example has the wartime

This example has the wartime tropical canvas harness

After WWII in Germany the modern US Army long-range reconnaissance patrol concept was created in 1956 by the 11th Airborne Division in Augsburg

It measures approximately 16 1/2" x 2 3/8"

for service with the American Expeditionary Forces in European Russia between November 12

Original Imperial Russian WWI Era Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka Sword with Scabbard - Dated 1905 German Uniforms This example has the wartimeOriginal Item: One One Available. This is a very rare example of an Imperial Russian Model 1881 Dragoon Shashka, which was not later destroyed or defaced after the Russian Revolution. Unlike most designs used, this has a handguard, whereas these usually do not even have a cross guard. The 34 1 4 inch long blade is in very good condition, though it definitely does show use and age. It has some small nicks and dents near the point, with minor oxidation.