Original German Pre-WWI South American Contract Yataghan Style Artillery Short Sword Uniforms the barrel and rifling were

the barrel and rifling were not sturdy enough to withstand the new smokeless powder configuration

The camouflage paint is a lovely design

while another lists one on Tinian

including an integral front sight

which is correct Overall condition is good

Original German Pre-WWI South American Contract Yataghan Style Artillery Short Sword Uniforms the barrel and rifling wereOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a great Pre WWI Yataghan style short sword without its scabbard in fair condition, contracted by a German maker for a South American army. It is marked 121 AGRJ on one side of the crossguard. We are unsure of its exact country of use. The sword is in fair shape with cosmoline on the blade. A great piece of Pre WWI equipment contracted for South America, ready for further research and display. Specifications: