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Thanks again - I will see who I can contact here in The Netherlands or nearby to get it technically evaluated. Would be great to restore the blade at least as a starter. Best, -Emile

As promised, here some quick shots of blade and scabbard. Given the dating on blade, I am surprised that this one has a simple leather scabbard, since that was done mostly at the end of the war? Some pitting, discoloration and nicks. Would this still be a restoration candidate for a polisher/blade smith or leave as-is? Best, -Emile

Hi, Many thanks all, really appreciated and I have some reading up to do. Never realized that it might be worthwhile. I will take some further pictures of the blade and scabbard by decent daylight tomorrow and post them here. Best, -Emile

Hello, Nice to meet you - I am very pleased to have found this forum and would kindly request your assistance on identifying the markings on this blade. Some background: This sword -or the remains thereof- has been in my possession for a long time. I salvaged this about 30 years ago from neglected storage from a family member. Only the blade and leather scabbard remain.. It belonged to my grandfather who was in the Dutch military. He brought it home when he returned from Indonesia around 1948. Many thanks i.a. -Emile