WWII German K98 Bayonet, Scabbard and Frog
Item #: AA3997
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This is a German WWII K98 Bayonet with scabbard and frog in good condition. The bayonet retains the majority of its original bluing. The bayonet release button is functional. The reverse upper pommel edge contains the two Waffen Amt markings being the open winged eagle. The grip plates are the bakelite style having the red maroon color and show considerable wear. The plates are retained by spanner and screw hardware. The guard edges remain crisp, while the surfaces are lightly pitted. The blued blade is complete with no grinding or sharpening marks. The obverse ricasso of the bayonet is stamped 7906 a while the reverse ricasso is stamped 42 cof, for Carl Eickhorn. The scabbard is straight with no dents or dings. The finish on the scabbard is in good condition where protected by the frog, the exposed section has only traces of the original finish with scattered oxidation and light pitting. The scabbard is not stamped with a serial number or makers mark. 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 missing. The reverse of the frog is maker stamped KVZ/1943. This bayonet with scabbard and frog is an honest example and will fit into any WWII German collection.
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