German 19th Century Hirschfänger Hunting Sword

Offered for sale is a rare 19th-century German Hirschfänger (hunting short sword), manufactured by Peter Knecht of Solingen, complete with its leather scabbard and matching companion knife. This is an exceptional example of 19th-century German craftsmanship, combining elegant design with outstanding collector appeal. The beautifully etched blade retains blued and gilded decoration, showcasing the high-quality workmanship for which Solingen makers were renowned. The hilt is richly decorated with an ornate crossguard featuring gilded accents and intricate decorative detail. The grip is fitted with natural stag horn scales, giving the piece the classic appearance associated with traditional German hunting weapons. The leather scabbard remains in very good condition and includes the matching companion knife, making this an especially desirable and complete set. Features: Antique 19th-century German Hirschfänger Manufactured by Peter Knecht, Solingen Beautiful etched blade with blued and gilt decoration Richly decorated gilded crossguard Natural stag horn grip scales Leather scabbard Includes companion knife Historic German hunting collectible Outstanding display and collector appeal Condition: Overall condition is very good to excellent for its age. The blade presents beautifully with strong etched detail and surviving blued and gilded finish. The ornate hilt retains excellent decorative detail, while the natural stag horn grip scales remain solid and well preserved. The leather scabbard is in very good condition with normal age-related wear, and the companion knife is also well preserved. Together, they form a highly attractive and increasingly difficult-to-find complete set. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and condition details. An outstanding addition to any antique German, hunting, or edged weapons collection.