Deluxe Short Hunting Cutlass by Carl Eickhorn

This hunting cutlass is a real beauty and it is the deluxe model 1711 offered by Eickhorn as their top of the line. The difference between the standard features and this example is that the clamshell is different. The fittings throughout this cutlass are all done in fine silver plate. The plating is in very good condition showing much frosting together with fine patination. The pommel cap features overlapping oak leaves which extend outward from the acorn nut which serves as a tang keeper. The sides of the pommel are decorated with raised overlapping oak leaves. The ferrule below has twin edge lines made of raised dots and in the center are raised overlapping oak leaves. The crossguard features a center block of raised oak leaves on both sides and the quillons end in deer’s hooves. The grip is a nice piece of stag. In the grip is three silver acorn’s. Below the crossguard is a fantastic clamshell which features a raised image of a grouse or partridge.

The scabbard shell is produced of fine grained black leather. The leather is decorated with twin lines on the edges of both sides. The scabbard mounts are also silvered matching the hilt. The upper mount contains a lug for a hanger which is in the shape of a highly detailed acorn. The bottom mount has scalloped edges matching the upper mount and then on the obverse there is an engraved panel which features a bellowing large stag within a forest glen. The bottom chape ball is very interesting as it has miniature balls that run around its circumference. The blade on these deluxe short style cutlasses is 25cm. The blade is in good condition. The original green felt buffer is in place. Eickhorn etched logo is clearly visable.

Rare and very beautiful example!!