KVK 1st with swords

[medalnet]

Can somebody tell me if War Merit Crosses 1st class with swords made by 4 (Steinhauer & Lueck) exist in tombak?

[Steve Campbell]

I have one without swords in Tombak, marked 4. Not sure if that helps.

[Robert P.]

Can somebody tell me if War Merit Crosses 1st class with swords made by 4 (Steinhauer & Lueck) exist in tombak?

That's a good question. I've been wanting to add one to my collection for years, and have never seen one (in tombak). The official list of KVKI's w/swords includes S&L, but does not indicate whether it was made in tombak. I've always thought they must exist for the simple reason the KVKI's w/o swords exist. But, if the do, they're a rare cross. Try and find a tombak K&Q w/swords also. I know they exist.