Vintage USMC Marine Corps NCO Sword GMS Solingen Germany Stainless 1970s For Sale

Description:
Vintage U.S. Marine Corps NCO ceremonial sword manufactured byGMS, Solingen, Germany, likely dating from the late 1970s to approximately 1981.

Features a polished stainless steel blade with extensive etched decoration, including U.S. Marine Corps motifs, floral scrollwork and theGMS Solingenmaker’s mark. Ornate brass/gilt guard and pommel with black grip and twisted wire wrap.

• Blade length: approximately30.5 inches
• Maker:GMS Solingen, Germany
• Stainless etched blade
• Brass/gilt hilt
• Black wire-wrapped grip
• Likely late-1970s / early-1980s manufacture
• No scabbard included

Condition is good vintage condition with visible surface scratches, scattered spotting and age-related wear to the blade. Hilt has patina and finish wear consistent with age. Grip and wire appear intact. Please review photographs closely for condition.