Original German WWI Prussian Vaulted Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Case Japanese Flags This is the official Rifle

This is the official Rifle Cleaning Kit introduced in 1934

Excellent condition clean sharp blade with original black finish

The M8A1 scabbard is marked TWB for the Philadelphia Home for Working Blind

it had a full walnut stock

Original German WWI Prussian Vaulted Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Case Japanese Flags This is the official RifleOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the Iron Cross 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