WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
That is a German Kurzes Seitengewehr 98.
Manufacturer - E & F Horster - made in 1913 - from the stamp on the back of the blade.
Originally issued to a German colonial troops, airship crews and telegraphists.
The design was used as the basis for private purchase bayonets and trench knives.
Can't help on value as I am a bit out of touch with prices.
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
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Richie B
That is a German Kurzes Seitengewehr 98.
Manufacturer - E & F Horster - made in 1913 - from the stamp on the back of the blade.
Originally issued to a German colonial troops, airship crews and telegraphists.
The design was used as the basis for private purchase bayonets and trench knives.
Can't help on value as I am a bit out of touch with prices.
Richie, is absolutely correct ! this type of bayonet is often referred to by some collectors/dealers, as a private purchase Officers bayonet !
Prost ! Steve.
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
So this wasn't likely used in WWI? Or could it have been? I'm not clear on the whole "private purchase / officers bayonet" thing. This wasn't issued to soldiers is what you mean?
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
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John Joseph Montuori III
So this wasn't likely used in WWI? Or could it have been? I'm not clear on the whole "private purchase / officers bayonet" thing. This wasn't issued to soldiers is what you mean?
The one you illustrate was quite probably issued in WW1 as it was made in 1913 and is definitely an issue model as it has military inspection stamps.
Very similar designs were also available for private purchase - often by officers when they stopped carrying swords in the trenches.
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
From the look of the blade, there is likely no scabbard - which will
affect it's value somewhat. It is in 'fair' condition.........
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
Understood. Long story short, I bought it for $150 and am looking to either keep it or sell it, dependent upon if I made a great deal or not. I like it, and I'd love to keep it.
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Re: WWI ERA GERMAN BAYONET, What is this and what is it's value?
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John Joseph Montuori III
Understood. Long story short, I bought it for $150 and am looking to either keep it or sell it, dependent upon if I made a great deal or not. I like it, and I'd love to keep it.
Good price ! a fine piece for any collection.
Prost ! Steve.
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