Original 18th Century British or French Brass Handle Hunting Sword with Lion's Head Pommel MG 42 Accessories 483BG Tortorella 31/3/44

483BG Tortorella 31/3/44

- 2 x Haitian Gendarmerie Gold Wash Tunic Buttons

which would break under heavy load in case the soldier's helmet got hung up

Overall a very good condition example of a very rare belt and buckle from the Luftwaffe Deutsches Afrika korps

On the upper sleeves are the three stripes indicating sergeant's rank

Original 18th Century British or French Brass Handle Hunting Sword with Lion's Head Pommel MG 42 Accessories 483BG Tortorella 31/3/44Original Item: Only One Available. Here we have a very nice example of a pretty typical hunting sword of the late 17th or early 18th century, most likely of British origin, but it could also be French, as the style was popular throughout the area. It has the typical slightly curved thin blade, intended to deliver the final blow to wounded game that had been brought down by hounds and or guns. The long and thin blade would be able to reach the heart,