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KINDERSABEL SECTION

Kindersabels were a popular item during the turn-of-19th century period when Germany was at the height of their militaristic society. It was expected the sons of officers would follow in their father's footsteps, so often young boys were dressed in military uniforms emulating those of their fathers. The child's dress uniform was completed with an edged weapon known as a Kindersabel. (Child's sword) These small swords are generally not the quality of their large counterpart (some are, however), but they are of high quality and are anything but toys. They are highly collectible artifacts.



KD5 - CHILD'S MODEL 1851 NICKEL CAVALRY BASKET HILT W/ TRIPLE-ETCHED BLADE - No Maker.

The hilt of this fine example is nickel-plated, and is in the form of the 1851 Model Cavalry style, featuring a tiered basket design. The nickel plating remains nearly perfect. The grip is a perfect-conditioned sharkskin. It is wrapped with double twisted silver wire. The curved scabbard is a nickel-plated example having two carrying bands and rings. This scabbard is a beauty, reflecting near 100% plating and highest quality. The triple etched blade is 18 inches long, being the same quality as the large counterpart. This blade has a fuller which runs the length, and is nickel-plated over the etch. The etch is a floral and military theme mix, featuring a Prussian eagle on the obverse. The spine has little flowers which run nearly the length. Highest quality here. Overall length is 23 1/2 inches. It was indeed a lucky little fellow who got to play with this sword a century and a half ago - nice.
Near Mint (005) $ 495.00

KD6 - CHILD'S MODEL 1851 NICKEL BASKET SABER - No Maker.

The basket hilt of this example reflects a nickel finish showing some age, but still pretty good plating - looks like it was cleaned up maybe fifty years ago. The grip is a fine sharkskin still in perfect condition. The grip is wrapped with double twisted silver wire. The nickel scabbard is curved quite dramatically - looks great. The nickel finish shows a little minor deterioration, but still rates good and is not noticeable. There is a minor dent in the obverse about 2/3's down. The scabbard is equipped with dual carrying bands and rings. The 20 1/2 inch curved blade is a beauty, having the "scimitar" look - great stuff here. It is quality nickel plated, having a factory blunted tip. This blade has a fuller which runs about 3/4's of the way down. This desirable blade is in near full mint, bright condition. The overall length is 27 inches.
Excellent Plus (006) $ 295.00