Original German WWII Army Heer Officer's Lion Head Sword with Nickel-Plated Blade & Steel Scabbard m but is still quite attractive

but is still quite attractive

with no degradation of the markings on the barrel and receiver

in 1972 but remained in the Air Force

as the sharkskin wrapping is somewhat degraded

Original German WWII Army Heer Officer's Lion Head Sword with Nickel-Plated Blade & Steel Scabbard m but is still quite attractiveOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWII Officer sword, with a lovely nickel plated blade, complete with a its original black enamel steel scabbard. The all brass hilt consists of a finely detailed lion head cat with an engraved backstrap and "P" guard. The Lion is fitted with blood red faceted "jewel" eyes. There is nice detail throughout his whiskers, chin, and muzzle. The handwork is beautifully rendered