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I picked this up last Saturday at the CrossRoads Military Heritage Collectors Show in Moncton, NB. Never seen one before so I had to have it. The owner thought it was German. Complete with frog and matching numbers. What a massive sidearm!!! Blade itself measures 24 inches.




















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I think I got it... Saxon Artillery Faschinenmesser.


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Rob, Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your latest acquisition. smile Which is a relatively scarce (and attractive) Saxon Artillery Faschinenmesser. Best Regards, Fred

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Thanks!!! Is there an online guide to interpret the regimental markings? I'm having no luck...

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Rob, I'm not sure about an on-line guide - but I believe that "28.A.E.1.42" should roughly translate to the Number 28 Field Artillery Regiment Ersatz (substitute) Batterie number 1, weapon number 42" which was also known as the K�nigliche (Royal) Saxon Number 2 Field Artillery Regiment. Best Regards, Fred

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Awesome...appreciated!!!

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Well done on this pick up so far this one has eluded me.


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