An original German WW1 Mauser 98/05 'Butcher Bayonet' set (see image 266 and page 114 of The Bayonet Book by Watts and White). The bayonet has 9 groove wooden grips which are secured with correct two screw bolts. The pommel has a push button spring release which operates as it should & Imperial German inspection marks. The single edged polished steel blade has a maker's stamp on the ricasso "’C.G. Haenel Suhl’. The spine has ‘15’ (1915) date & Imperial inspection mark. The blade measures 14 ½” length and it is 19 ¾” overall length. It's original steel scabbard has a few small dents consistent with service carry, frog locket and ball tip. The scabbard is fitted with original WW1 leather frog. The rear of the frog’s belt loop is Regiment marked ‘6.J.R’ to the 6th Infantry Regiment and maker marked Kern Klager & Cie Neu-Ulm together with 1916 date. All leather & stitching are clean and intact. The price for this nicely marked WW1 bayonet set includes UK delivery. BAYO 501
£375.00