Original German WWII Crimea Krim Shield Decoration - Krimschild Original Antique Guns The rifle was fired by

The rifle was fired by means of a musket-style outside hammer whose lockwork was inletted into the buttstock behind the receiver

The bridge was designed by Karl Wiener

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These fearsome pistols were meant to deter mutiny which history tells was a far too common event at the time

Original German WWII Crimea Krim Shield Decoration - Krimschild Original Antique Guns The rifle was fired byOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example with a very good metal shield, which has been removed from a uniform, so at present there is no fabric included. The shield and back plate itself are in good shape, with lots of the original finish and a great patina, as shown. Unfortunately, the short metal tabs that attach the front and back plate have broken off over the years. Ready to display! The Crimea Shield (Krimschild or KRIM Shield)