Original British WWI Pattern 1895 Light Officer’s Sword and Scabbard by Wilkinson Sword Company - Serial Number 46396 Martini-Henry Parts The abbreviation stands for Reinigungsgerate

The abbreviation stands for Reinigungsgerate fur Gewehr

During their overland withdrawal

There are no other insignia on the uniform

showing light wear with no tears or other major condition issues

Original British WWI Pattern 1895 Light Officer’s Sword and Scabbard by Wilkinson Sword Company - Serial Number 46396 Martini-Henry Parts The abbreviation stands for ReinigungsgerateOriginal Item: Only One Available. In the 1890s a rapid succession of regulation changes happened to British infantry officers' swords. The change was to move away from a cut and thrust saber blade and towards a specialized straight thrusting sword. The introduction of the new thrusting blade was quickly followed by improvements to the handle and guard of the hilt, intended to provide a better grip and greater protection to the hand. This P 1895