Original German WWI M1898/05 a/A Butcher Bayonet with Steel Scabbard by Mauser - Dated 1915 Barrels It has a data plate

It has a data plate marked with Japanese writing and serial number 1022

predating the Martini Henry Action Implement these basically performed the same use for the

The original finish on the buckle is about 50%

measuring 20" overall with its widest girth at 4

postponing state acquisition of the property

Original German WWI M1898/05 a/A Butcher Bayonet with Steel Scabbard by Mauser - Dated 1915 Barrels It has a data plateOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good service used example of the M 1898 05 Bayonet (Seitengewehr), which was the most common German Bayonet of the First World War. It was intended for use on the standard issue service rifle of Imperial Germany: the Mauser designed Gewehr 98 (GEW 98). It features a heavy 14. 5 inch steel blade with distinct bulge toward the point, giving extra weight and power to the business end, known as a "butcher