Original 19th Century Imperial Austrian Infantry Senior Officer Shako U.S. Ammo Eventually the batch of experimental

Eventually the batch of experimental sabres was abolished and sold to England

This is a charming vintage steel document tin measuring 16" x 11" x 6

cxn The maker code is for Emil Busch of Rathenow Germany and comes complete with original black leather carry strap

showing little wear to the bird's head

let every man do his utmost duty

Original 19th Century Imperial Austrian Infantry Senior Officer Shako U.S. Ammo Eventually the batch of experimentalOriginal Item: Only One Available. Black felt body with leather crown, band and visor. Has single wide band of gold braid around the base of the crown, gold visor trim and cord. Complete with gilt eagle plate and bullion cockade with FJI cipher. Lined in red silk with leather sweatband. Overall very nice condition with expected wear from age present. History of the shako The word shako originated from the Hungarian name csks sveg ("peaked cap"), which