Mainly Military Antiques

Description

A rare 1909 Turkish officers short sword.
Plain brass knuckle guard hilt with wooden ribbed grip (couple of small cracks in hilt - see photos) - all tight
Blade in good condition with inscription one side ‘Allah Bizimile’ and two letters other side.
Black painted steel scabbard with brass frog stud.
405 mm blade length, 560mms overall in scabbard.
Provenance given by auction house when purchased many years ago - ‘sent home from Gallipoli by Private James Pockock, 8th Battalion, Hampshire Regiment (Isle of Wright Rifles) to his cousin, hence by decent.’

A very nice example of this rare WW1 sword with some known history!

Postage and packing included in price within main landUk unfortunately we do not ship outside main land UK.

Returns accepted if we are notified via e mail or post, within 14 days of purchase. Item must be returned in condition purchased from Mainly Military Antiques at purchasers cost for refund to then be issued.

Please note that for all edged weapons, buyers must be over 18 to buy the item. Therefore buyers must prove this by sending, via e mail, a copy of photo ID such as passport or driving license before the item can be forwarded to them. This is required by the UK offensive Weapons Act 2019 and we apologise for this extra requirement.

Payment can be via Bank Transfer or Debit/ Credit card over the telephone.