A chasseurs hunting cutlass, no scabbard. Blade length 46.7cm., width at bolster 2.

9cm., overall length 59cm. Single-edged forged steel blade, double-edged in the lower part, with a narrow and a wide fuller in the central part. Bolster decorated with strapwork in cartouche. Two-plate horn grip. Cast brass ferrule, guard and quillon. Decorated with hunt scenes and floral pattern. Germany, 1870s. This fine antique arm is a valuable antique item of historical importance.