Original Swiss Model 1899 Officer's Dress Sword with German Solingen Blade by E & F Horster and Scabbard - Dated 1901 Category_Martini-Henry Accessories There are 3 holes on

There are 3 holes on each side of the sign and appear to be original and used as part of the method of securing the sign

name in ink on internal lining that reads 16168834 Volkening

The 5th Marines MG Company

but quite worn near the breech cone

Original Swiss Model 1899 Officer's Dress Sword with German Solingen Blade by E & F Horster and Scabbard - Dated 1901 Category_Martini-Henry Accessories There are 3 holes onOriginal item: Only One available. This is a textbook example of an upmarket Swiss Model 1899 Officer's Dress sword, with a German made blade. The sword comes complete with its scabbard. The blade, scabbard, and all of the fittings are fully nickel plated, making this a very attractive dress sword. The grip is wire wrapped sharkskin shagreen, and in form the sword is quite similar to other officer's swords used around the world at the time. The steel