Original German WWII Army Heer Officer's Lion Head Sword with Nickel Plated Blade & Steel Scabbard U.S. Ordnance Two mules each to take

Two mules each to take half of the rifled barrel

They are without liners and chin straps

A squared-off steel pommel was added

In the middle is a "Z" for Zittau

The top of the frame is marked:

Original German WWII Army Heer Officer's Lion Head Sword with Nickel Plated Blade & Steel Scabbard U.S. Ordnance Two mules each to takeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWII Officer sword, with a lovely nickel plated blade, complete with a its original black enamel steel scabbard. The all brass hilt consists of a finely detailed lion head cat with an engraved backstrap and "P" guard. The Lion is fitted with blood red faceted "jewel" eyes. There is nice detail throughout his whiskers, chin, and muzzle. The handwork is beautifully rendered