Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Tapered Vertical Pinback - Unmarked U.S. Army This mark was only used

This mark was only used on "private" arms

This is a classic Soviet Cossack cavalry Shashka (Shashqua) saber that bears a "Hammer & Sickle" Soviet insignia over an Eagle and has C

providing a comfortable fit for the wearer

as well as some mothing holes and other wear

We believe that the barrel was completely replaced on these conversions

Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Tapered Vertical Pinback - Unmarked U.S. Army This mark was only usedOriginal Items: Only One Available. This a very nice lightly patinated example of a WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939, with a Magnetic core, flat design, and early pattern tapered brass pin attachment. It is not maker marked, but that was not uncommon for these awards. Close examination may be able to determine the maker, as the major makers had their own distinctive styles. The award is in very good service used condition, with the silver still partly