Even though I stopped collecting, I always wanted a luft sword and when this became available, I couldn't resist it. It is an early E.& F. Horster (w/waffenampt). It is marked under the crossguard with Schl.53 and also on the upper scabbard fitting (just above the hanger ring). Also on the teardrop hanger is the following: 1. A. Komp. d. L.N.S. Just this stamped upside down is a stamping that is difficult to read due to the graining, but the best I can make out is R. Lm?Ko. Iwill try to take some better pics later. Just curious, what would a rig like this be worth in todays market. All leather is intact with some minor wear and the blade is ex++ due to some runner marks in the center of the blade . Thanks, Ron
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