{"product_id":"german-naval-officer-dress-sword-with-scabbard-wkc-solingen","title":"German Naval Officer Dress Sword with Scabbard – WKC Solingen","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eOffered here is an authentic German naval officer’s dress sword, crafted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"366\"\u003eWKC (Weyersberg, Kirschbaum \u0026amp; Cie.) of Solingen, Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most renowned makers of edged weapons. This ceremonial sword was intended for use by naval officers during formal events and parades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"663\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"663\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright stainless steel blade with ornate floral and naval-themed etching, including an eagle motif. Marked \u003cstrong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eWKC Solingen Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"760\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eHilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass guard with naval rope and eagle design, terminating in a lion’s head pommel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e White grip with brass wire wrap, intact and well-preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eScabbard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original black metal scabbard with brass fittings and two suspension rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retains its decorative officer’s sword knot (portepee), adding to authenticity and collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eGood condition. The blade remains bright with detailed etching visible. Brass guard shows a rich aged patina. Scabbard has light wear consistent with use and age. Grip and wire wrapping remain tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eMeasurements (approx.):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eOverall length (in scabbard): 37 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eBlade length: 30 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maupin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47310544863447,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1501\/8628\/files\/image6_e3a57d9d-ad70-40d5-879a-f6cf06631552.jpg?v=1761070075","url":"https:\/\/annapolismaritimeantiques.com\/products\/german-naval-officer-dress-sword-with-scabbard-wkc-solingen","provider":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}