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The shashka, Circassian for "long knife," is a sabre of Caucasian origin that was adopted by the Russian Army in the 19th century and eventually became the legendary weapon of the famous Cossacks. The most distinctive aspect of this sabre was the hilt, which had no hand protection and was equipped with a distinctive, downward-curved pommel. On horseback, the shashka was most effective due to its unique design, making it an excellent choice for cavalry. This magnificent sabre is a replica of an original Soviet Cossack shashka, model 1927, produced in 1934 at the Zlatoust weapon factory, USSR. During World War II, this type of NKVD-shashka was still used by the Red Army. The blade is made of 9260 spring steel and provided with an artificial patina to simulate signs of use. On the finely detailed pommel, the initials C.C.C.P., a star, and a hammer and sickle are engraved. On the cross-guard, the markings and serial number that adorn the original artifact are reproduced as faithfully as possible. Both the pommel and the cross-guard are cast from brass and have an antique finish. The ribbed hilt is made of wood. A bayonet with a length of approximately 50 cm for the so-called Mosin-Nagant bolt-action rifle is included. This sabre is supplied with a brown wood/leather scabbard. The fitting for the bayonet, the muzzle cap, and the shock plate are made of brass with an antique finish.
