WWII German K98 Bayonet, Scabbard and Frog
Item #: AA4003
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This is a German WWII K98 Bayonet with scabbard and frog in good condition. The bayonet blade retains the majority of the original bluing. The bayonet release button is not functional. The reverse upper pommel edge contains the two Waffen Amt markings being the open winged eagle. The grip plates are walnut and have a dark brown appearance with wear from use. The plates are retained by spanner and screw hardware. The guard edges remain crisp, while the surfaces have light pitting and surface rust. The blued blade is complete with no grinding or sharpening marks. The obverse side of the bayonet is stamped with the serial number 5081 b, the reverse is stamped S/185G, representing the maker of Elite Diamant, 1935. The scabbard is straight with no dents or dings. The scabbard has no traces of the original finish left, and shows scattered oxidation, light pitting and surface rust. The scabbard is stamped with the matching serial number 5418 and S/155G. The scabbard throat is retained by a single side screw. The leather frog shows some honest wear from use, but is still in solid condition. The leather retaining strap is still present and in very good condition. The frog has no maker marks stamped on it anywhere. This bayonet with scabbard and frog is an honest example of early manufacturing and will fit into any WWII German collection.
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