Heer Wrangel pattern Eickhorn sword paper cover

[Neil Hever]

Hello friends, I just purchased this sword cover from WWC Nederland. This will be matched up with the Wrangel pattern sword I picked up about five years ago. The cover has a dark green wool cloth inside. I have yet to figure out how to wrap the sword but will most likely store and display these separately. NH

[Neil Hever]

It is interesting to note the little advert on the cover. Beachten. Sie das Eichhörnchen auf der Klinge. Look for the squirrel on the blade. NH

[Adrian Stevenson]

Nice little item and these will survive in far fewer numbers than the swords themselves.

Cheers, Ade.

[Neil Hever]

Ade, These covers are made of paper with padding inside. You are right about their perishable nature. I can't believe one in this condition is still around. The paper is coated with some kind of water repellent material. The pieces are sewn together. I will have to keep it in a plastic bag to preserve it. NH

[rbminis]

An excellent addition Neil!
Love little details like this!
Most likely, the portepee would nave been removed to store the sword in this "bag".
Ralph.