German WWI Saxon Guard Reiter Officer's Full Dress Pouch The distinctive tear-drop shaped central

The distinctive tear-drop shaped central element remains in original form

paired with a standard mohair center band

Clearly marked with the Assmann maker’s mark in raised relief on the reverse

to the interior the three pads present but very frail attachment to the steel liner band

The original three-pad Rexene-type liner remains intact

German WWI Saxon Guard Reiter Officer's Full Dress Pouch The distinctive tear-drop shaped centralAn exceedingly rare piece of full dress equipment from Saxonys elite heavy cavalry formation; the Guard Reiter Regiment. The pouch is constructed from leather over a metal body; the front flap features a large, detailed Coat of Arms of Saxony with crown above. Both original side suspension loops remain intact; gilt finish is worn to the central exposed areas, but remains strong within the protected fields. A hard to find item from one of the most