Mauser Bayonet

A 1915 German Model 1898/05 G98 Mauser 'Butcher Knife' bayonet by ERFURT. This is a very nice condition original Imperial German Pattern 1898/05 'butchers’ knife bayonet and scabbard for the Gew. 98 Mauser Rifle. This is the later model with a trimmed muzzle ring and fitted with a flash guard. The ricasso is stamped "ERFURT". The back edge of the blade is stamped with the Imperial Crown above "W 15" (1915). The blade is clean and the grips are original and un-damaged. The steel scabbard is also original and in good order with just a couple of very minor dents on the reverse as to be expected. (See image 267 page 123 in 'The Bayonet Book' by Watts and White). The price for this nicely marked bayonet and scabbard includes UK delivery. 22426:29