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Old 10th March 2012, 12:16 PM   #336
Matchlock
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Default A Grosses Landsknechtmesser or Probably a Hunting Sword, ca. 1500

Offered in a German sale in 2008.

Preserved in untouched but ruinous condition, retaining its original staghorn grips fixed by hollow rivets. The upturned, usually shell-shaped guard of plain form.

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Michael
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