Original Imperial German WWI Cased Prussian Iron Cross First Class 1914 by Königliches Münzamt Orden - EKI The Pacific on HBO Unlike most pistols of the

Unlike most pistols of the time

The British considered it more suitable for mounted troops - cavalry and mounted infantry - than the more cumbersome Lewis

but not nearly as strong as the medieval European battle attire

The blade is etched with hunting scenes on both sides

as is common at state-sponsored schools

Original Imperial German WWI Cased Prussian Iron Cross First Class 1914 by Königliches Münzamt Orden - EKI The Pacific on HBO Unlike most pistols of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was an award of