This mark is often claimed to be something like R.&E. Pech from Kronach (or similar nonsense). Problem is that the sword handles are not the initials "R" and "P", as those of a true Pech mark would be. On top of that, this specific mark type can not be found in any reputable mark reference book.

M060617a
A set of crossed "somethings" above "GERMANY".

M060617b
A plain set of crossed swords above "GERMANY" and "DRESDEN".