German bayonet k98

[pammy]

Hi,what do the numbers mean? Thanks again you guys are great!!

[Howitzer428]

Thank you, Ade! I haven't purchased any books on these, yet. Sorry for saying it was something it isn't, guys! By the way, this site is great and, all the members are very knowledgeable, helpful, and kind! I believe the numbers serial number? Not too sure, just taking a stab in the dark...

[Adrian Stevenson]

You are correct. The numbers are the serial number and block letter. (3591 d)

The other side shows the date & makers code letters.

Cheers, Ade.

[85ronnies]

the maker code letters FFC = Fredr. Abr herder Sohn, solingen,
cheers Ronnie

[85ronnies]

Oh and the date tells you itself 1943
cheers Ronnie

[pammy]

thanks you guys are the best!!!

[AndyB]

Friedrich A.Herder Sn. Solingen os correct, the finish is nice as the overall bayonet.