Orders, Decorations, Medals and Militaria

A German Second World War Red Cross Hewer.
A very nice condition Red Cross hewer, blade superb marked ‘Ges Gesch’ underneath the rear langet, all original cross grain finish remaining, the saw tooth edge fine with its leather washer. Grips undamaged. Plating excellent overall to the cast hilt, very minor bubbling to the upper pommel. Fitted into its original correct scabbard with very minor slight loss of paintwork to the right hand side of the scabbard. Minor plating lifting to the lower chape. Complete with its original Black leather frog, very good condition £300-£400

Note: The Red Cross hewers were only made by two makers and this can only be identified by removing the grips.

This is an age restricted lot: the successful buyer will be required to either collect in person, or arrange specialist shipping.