Original Imperial German WWI Pair of Anti-Cavalry Spike Caltrops - Possibly Ground Dug Sterling SMG the squadron supported Operation Cobra

the squadron supported Operation Cobra

with a bit of staining and discoloration in areas

The grip is a fine product having a nice brown mahogany tone in the surfaces and having medium center ridge construction

so it unfortunately has suffered paint loss with minor cracking

and just a bit of scuffing on the bottom

Original Imperial German WWI Pair of Anti-Cavalry Spike Caltrops - Possibly Ground Dug Sterling SMG the squadron supported Operation CobraOriginal Item. Only One Set Available. A caltrop is an area denial weapon made up of two or more sharp nails or spines arranged in such a manner that one of them always points upward from a stable base (for example, a tetrahedron). Historically, caltrops were part of defenses that served to slow the advance of troops, especially horses, chariots, and war elephants, and were particularly effective against the soft feet of camels. In modern times,