Original Imperial German WWI Era Portly Character Otto von Bismarck Stein with Hinged Lid by Musterschutz Scottish Militaria Note: The P-1853 Enfield and

Note: The P-1853 Enfield and P-1864 Snider mainsprings are identical items

There is oxidation present on all metal components which then “bled” over onto the material staining it with a bright orange rust color

a secure cylinder lockup

The shotgun is in nice condition

boots and helmets

Original Imperial German WWI Era Portly Character Otto von Bismarck Stein with Hinged Lid by Musterschutz Scottish Militaria Note: The P-1853 Enfield andOriginal Item: Only One Available. Perhaps no other collectible is so shrouded in myth, misinformation and mistaken identity as German regimental steins. These pieces have been steadily reproduced since the 1960s and most experts agree reproductions far outnumber authentic examples. Yet few buyers other than stein specialists know how to identify the fakes. We have examined this stein thoroughly, with reference to several websites such as RealorRepro