WW1 German Imperial Saw tooth Short Sword

[Anderson]

1914 photo showing a brass hilt faschinemesser.

For me the jury is still out on the OP's short sword, but i believe identifying the blade will be the key.

[christek]

I'd be interested in seeing just how well the blade fits the scabbard presented with it.

[Frogprince]

Some interesting posts and observations ......... and not to 'muddy the waters' - in addition to the sawtooth Feuerwehr and the different hilt styles, there was also a double edged blade version available that lacked the central fuller. The Germans of the period (in a military context) seeming to differentiate the sawteeth as for Pioneers (Field Engineers). As a general observation - over the years having seen some studio (and propaganda) photos that on occasion had me looking for something that never was. Ranging from put-together studio props, to very obsolete or non-service swords and sidearms that were just being used as props. Not that I'm saying this is case here as the jury is still out as information is being gathered. Best Regards, Fred

[tony75]

Hello
Thank you so much for the help and information.
A lot of info to take in.
The sword fits the scabbard very well.
Thanks again for everything.
I really appreciate it
Tony