Original U.S. WWI Army Cavalry Saber Fencing Helmet Mask by Rock Island Arsenal - Dated 1916 German Replica both Italy and Romania refused

both Italy and Romania refused to honor the treaty on the grounds that it was not a case of casus foederis because the attacks on Austria were not "unprovoked"

is the control panel

The brown leather sweat band is very nice and complete

A rare bayonet

There is however lifting of the plating and oxidation in those places

Original U.S. WWI Army Cavalry Saber Fencing Helmet Mask by Rock Island Arsenal - Dated 1916 German Replica both Italy and Romania refusedOriginal Items: Only One Set Available. This is an exceptionally rare 1916 practice and competition mask designed for use with the U. S. Model 1913 Cavalry Saber also known as the Patton Saber. Then Second Lieutenant George S. Patton designed the saber in 1913. This mask measures 18" high by 14" wide. It covers the wearer's head from the crown forward, including the ears on the sides. It features a covering made of fine mesh steel wire. There is soft