V Jung of Suhl Sword
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Hi,
Congratulations, that’s a very nice German sidearm, and even nicer when related to your grandfather’s service.
The original year of acceptance of the blade is 1871 (“71”) and the sidearm has been stamped by F.A.R. 22 (field artillery regiment 22).
I think it is a model modified for the artillery, but I don’t know any details.
Regards,
Lars
Congratulations, that’s a very nice German sidearm, and even nicer when related to your grandfather’s service.
The original year of acceptance of the blade is 1871 (“71”) and the sidearm has been stamped by F.A.R. 22 (field artillery regiment 22).
I think it is a model modified for the artillery, but I don’t know any details.
Regards,
Lars
Hi,
I think it’s a “preußisches Infanterie-Seitengewehr U/M”, also known as Seitengewehr 64.
Some info: https://www.feldgrau-forum.com/threads/das-preussische-infanterie-seitengewehr-u-m.30367/
Regards,
Lars
I think it’s a “preußisches Infanterie-Seitengewehr U/M”, also known as Seitengewehr 64.
Some info: https://www.feldgrau-forum.com/threads/das-preussische-infanterie-seitengewehr-u-m.30367/
Regards,
Lars
Lars,
Thank you very much for your information. I'm assuming this sidearm was from a German soldier. Do you think it is of any value?
Weitze has one for sale at 400 euros, so it’s probably worth a little bit less 
www.weitze.net
Regards,
Lars
Preußen Seitengewehr 64 U/M . - Preussen - Blankwaffen Deutschland - Militaria / Helmut Weitze
Preußen Seitengewehr 64 U/M . Messinggefäß mit S-förmigem Parierstück, dieses mit leichtem Anbruch, unklarer Truppenstempel, leicht gekrümmte Keilklinge, ohne erkennbaren Hersteller, keine Abnahme, schwarze Lederscheide mit Messingbeschlägen, auf dem Mundblech gestempelt
www.weitze.net
Lars
Hi Lars,Weitze has one for sale at 400 euros, so it’s probably worth a little bit less
Regards,Preußen Seitengewehr 64 U/M . - Preussen - Blankwaffen Deutschland - Militaria / Helmut Weitze
Preußen Seitengewehr 64 U/M . Messinggefäß mit S-förmigem Parierstück, dieses mit leichtem Anbruch, unklarer Truppenstempel, leicht gekrümmte Keilklinge, ohne erkennbaren Hersteller, keine Abnahme, schwarze Lederscheide mit Messingbeschlägen, auf dem Mundblech gestempelt
Lars
Yes, mine would be less because Weitze's is in better condition. I really appreciate you finding this. The stitching is a little torn and a few other things need fixing. Since I don't want to lose any of the value by cleaning it myself I might try finding someone who can restore it. Thanks again.,
I wouldn’t do anything to it, removing the patina (like it has been done with Weitze’s shiny example) or “fixing” it typically reduces the value, collectors tend to want it as original as possible. My comment about the value is only due to the fact that Weitze is a dealer, with prices often a little above market value.
Regards,
Lars
Regards,
Lars
coert65
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I agree with you, better to keep it as is.
Hi Lars, Once again, I want to thank you for all your advice. I will not do anything to it.
Wishing you all the best in 2024.