WWI German M88/98 All Steel Construction Ersatz Bayonet & Steel Scabbard. 20821:16. Bayonet

A WWI German M88/98 Ersatz bayonet and steel scabbard (see item 338, page 153 of The Bayonet Book By Watts & White). The all steel construction bayonet has a polished steel single edged blade with sharpened back edge point & central fuller. The blade measures 12.25” in length. It has a steel one piece cross guard with open muzzle ring. The spine of the blade has a small inspection mark ‘Crown over D’?. The steel pressed steel grip has an oil hole near to the cross guard. It has a push button bayonet release which works correctly. The grip retains original brown paint. It is complete with its steel scabbard which has a tear drop frog stud. The scabbard has no visible dents or markings. The price includes UK delivery. 20821:16.