Original Imperial German 4th Pioneer Battalion Marked M-1898/05 Transitional Butcher Sawback Bayonet and Scabbard by Erfurt Arsenal - Dated 1906 Cannons & Mortars which unfortunately is in delicate

which unfortunately is in delicate condition

neck guard apron is lot number stamped 1534 and the interior

the paramilitary wing of the NSDAP

most likely manufactured by Riddell

The included case is of the standard thick leather construction

Original Imperial German 4th Pioneer Battalion Marked M-1898/05 Transitional Butcher Sawback Bayonet and Scabbard by Erfurt Arsenal - Dated 1906 Cannons & Mortars which unfortunately is in delicateOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very interesting 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