Antique Solingen A&E Holler Naval Cutlass Sword Iron Bowl Guard Scabbard Machete For Sale

For sale is an authentic late 19th to early 20th-century naval boarding cutlass / heavy sidearm manufactured by the prestigious German blade maker A. & E. Höller, Solingen. Designed for close-quarters service with a protective iron bowl guard and heavy carbon steel blade, complete with its original steel-mounted leather scabbard.

• Maker Mark: Stamped clearly at the blade ricasso in a semi-circular arc: "A. & E. HÖLLER / SOLINGEN" with inspection cartouche on the reverse.
• Blade: Heavy single-edged carbon steel blade featuring a wide fuller and an aggressive spear/clip-point profile. Displays an untouched, dark historical patina with honest surface oxidation and scattered pitting, retaining a sharp, intact profile.
• Guard & Hilt: Heavy-gauge sheet iron half-basket bowl guard designed for full hand protection, curved upward forward finial, and an integral ribbed cast-iron grip. Original darkened service finish with honest wear and surface patina. Extremely robust and tight.
• Scabbard: Original thick black saddle leather body in solid structural shape, fitted with regulation steel mounts: throat locket with an integrated frog stud/bridge and lower drag chape with terminal ball. The blade seats securely.
• Overall Condition: Very good original antique service condition. Solid construction with no loose parts or blade play. An authentic, unrestored piece of naval/military weaponry. (Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details).

Worldwide tracked shipping available. Sold strictly as an authentic antique military collectible. Inquiries welcome prior to offerding.