Original European Antique Hunting Sword

Rare Antique European Short Sword / Hunting Dagger Knife complete with its leather scabbard. This beautifully crafted weapon likely dates from the late early 19th century and features a dual-purpose blade combining a cutting edge with a sawback spine, typical of hunting and field sidearms used by noblemen or foresters

Origin: Continental Europe (likely Germany or Austria)

Era: Early 1800s

Blade: Steel blade with sawback spine and hunting-style fuller; patina consistent with age

Handle: Brass and wood grip with decorative fittings

Guard:Crossguard with classic hunting sword shape

Scabbard: Leather scabbard with brass throat and tip, well preserved for its age

Condition: Good antique condition with natural age-related wear. Tight hilt, solid scabbard.

These short hunting swords were used throughout Europe as part of a hunter’s or forester’s weapon set. The sawback design allowed for practical use during hunting trips, and such examples are now highly sought after by collectors of antique European edged weapons.