1906 Imperial German Seitengewehr Model 1898 Pipe Back Bayonet Manufacturered at ‘Erfurt’ Scabbard and Frog for G98 Rifles. BAYO 2625. Bayonets

This is a nice Seitengewehr M1898 pipeback bayonet for the Mauser M98 rifle which was the principal arm of the German army in WWI. The Model 1898 Bayonet was the Imperial German response to the French 1886 Lebel narrow bladed bayonet. The pommel and crossguard have been blackened and still have the majority of paint attached. The blade carries a Prussian crown over makers mark Erfurt ( the Royal Prussian Army works at Erfurt in Prussian Thuringia). The Royal Prussian armoury had been established at Erfurt in 1862. Their marking had the Royal Prussian crown above the word Erfurt). The spine of the blade carries a crown over W (acceptance of Kaiser Wilhelm) - Click here to reveal phone number - anufacture). The bayonet has a 20 ½” pipeback blade with swell point tip and a central fuller, a steel crossguard with upswept quillon and grooved slab wood grips. The steel pommel release button functions correctly. The scabbard is a steel mounted black leather version with minor dents. The accompanying frog is in nice condition with a good patina. The stitching and studs are in good order. The price includes UK delivery. BAYO 2625.