Original German WWII Officer Lion Head Zieten Pattern Sword by Eickhorn Antique Colts When fire from Japanese mortars

When fire from Japanese mortars

Impi kept their shields turned face-inwards under their arms while charging the enemy

and each blade is traditionally marked with it's Arsenal Manufacturer's marking and date of issue

from a French point of view

known today as South Africa

Original German WWII Officer Lion Head Zieten Pattern Sword by Eickhorn Antique Colts When fire from Japanese mortarsOriginal Item: The Zeiten Pattern is a very difficult Field Marshall example to find. It is particularly desirable due to the flat knuckle bow as well the great Art Deco look. This piece is also a real treasure as it is not constructed from the usual aluminum, but rather is made of solid brass. It really looks magnificent, retaining much of the finely gilded finish. This sword features a great looking leopard or lion head with brows that jut out well