Original German WWII Private Purchase Early War Named German Map Case German Gun Magazines and the eagle and SA

and the eagle and SA insignia on the grip were both removed

and looks to be a battlefield pickup example of an M1860 Light Cavalry Saber

In full working order it even comes with a brass winding key

The solid nickel scabbard fittings look good matching the crossguards in color and wear

Original German WWII Private Purchase Early War Named German Map Case German Gun Magazines and the eagle and SAOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a great WWII German map case named to Hptm. (Hauptmann) Theis, 11th Company, 9th Infantry Regiment. Map cases were issued on a limited basis to specifically designated personnel such as unit commanders, pilots, and observers. They were also used as clipboards, notebooks, and the like for all manner of Military and Civic personnel. This example is made of brown pebbled leather, and is in very good used