Is this a 98/05 Bayonet?

[edwardnigma]

My father in law has some bayonets and I am trying to find out about this particular one. The info I've collected so far that this bayonet is a Seitengewehr 98/05. German stat of issue are Prussia and Wurttemberg. The date of acceptance is 1915. The bayonet is 19 1/2 inches long from end to end. But I do not know what "RG" stands for on the spine of the blade. Is this correct? Here are the pics. Also what would be the value of this bayonet?

[Richie B]

Welcome to the Forum.

That certainly is an S 98-05 you have there.

It is the earlier model which was phased out in 1915 - you can tell the earlier models as they have more prounced muzzle ring "ears"

RC - is thought by some to represent Revisions Controlle - an additional inspection stamp - possibly a secondary inspection for bayonets rejected during the initial inspection process. Commonly found on Simson bayonets but also occasionally on other items.

Does it have a flashguard - made of metal and fixed on the same side of the hilt as the attachment slot ?

Value - without a scabbard - not a great amount I'm afraid - I tend to look at eBay for current values.

Hope that helps a little.

Regards

Richie

[edwardnigma]

There is a scabbard and it is in good condition. I've uploaded pics of it and one of the flash guard?

[cricketchris1944]

The nickname for this is (butcher bayonet) they go for 125$ to 250$ depending on the saler and the condition ,thoses with the sawback go up to 500$.