Imperial German Cavalry Sword Marking

[Fritziii]

Hello, found a cavalry sword this morning, crown FW marked on the tang and not sure if its "09" or "60" also it's unit marked " R.B.K2.25" on the scabbard and hilt, several other units have been hashed out. Can someone give me an idea what era this might be. I'll post some pics later today. Thanks

Fritz

[MauserKar98k]

It would be interesting to see a pic of this if one could be posted.

[Fritziii]

Here are some pictures. It's a pretty nice sword with nice patina. It has a long blade 35 inches long.

Fritz

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[Fritziii]

Found its a model 1852 kriegsmodel saber made in 1860.

Fritz

[Chip M]

According to Jeff Noll's book, The markings are for a Reserve Bäckereikolonne, i.e., reserve bakery column. The earlier marking is likely for the Garde Fußartillerie Regiment, 3.Haubitze Batterie.

Chip

[Fritziii]

Thanks Chip!

Fritz

[MauserKar98k]

According to Jeff Noll's book, The markings are for a Reserve Bäckereikolonne, i.e., reserve bakery column.

Huh. I can honestly say I didn't see that one coming. Great Franco-Prussian sabre with a ton of history.

[Chip M]

Huh. I can honestly say I didn't see that one coming.

Well, even bakers had to protect themselves, though I suppose this was probably carried by a Fahrer in the column.

Chip