Bayonet I.D.

[richm]

Didn't get this metal detecting but picked it up at an estate sale for $20.00 I'm pretty sure it's German. I'ts made by W K&C Solingen and on the hilt is stamped 31.R (cursive "R") .4.61. and on top of the hilt is a stamped insignia like a crown or english letter. It is 26" long. Thanks...Rich.

[rmptr]

Sry I can't ID it Rich, but there's plenty shooters around Tnet.

If you don't get an ID quick, try one of the gun boards... plenty of 'em !

Looks like an interesting curio to hang on the wall.

Good luck
rmptr


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[oldfireguy]

Imperial German Model 1898 Bayonet. You are missing some parts but complete with a scabbard in good condition can run over $200. In fact I just saw one listed for $265 but it was complete and in better condition.

[GL]

That is a nice man sticker for sure! Doubles as a spit for toasting marshmallows on those long nights in the trenches.

[richm]

Rando, mine is two piece...Rich.

[dnewbury2]

The 31.R.4.61. is an Imperial German unit marking.

[willie d]

Jesus Christ, do you guys have like an alarm that goes off alerting you or something?
I walked over to the bookshelf and when I got back, there were three replies.

ROFL I can't speak for the other guys but I have a bell and a flashing light signaling when something is posted in "what is it?"



Nice purchase richm

[Monty]

But then again I have seen them for sale for about $30 or less. They are not partucularly rare. I collect military bolt action rifles and several of them came with bayonets. I have a couple of those that came with a two of my early Mausers. Monty

[Monty]

A lot of things are sold on ebay at inflated prices. I have all the bayonets I need and I even use a '93 Mauser bayonet to dig with some times. It is a little long and unweildy but if I am in a rough neighborhood it keeps the baddies at bay just having it. Even at the true value of those bayonets, you got a good deal. Monty

[Woodland Detectors]

Jesus Christ, do you guys have like an alarm that goes off alerting you or something?
I walked over to the bookshelf and when I got back, there were three replies.
M1898 made by Simpson & Co. in 1905 or 6. for the mauser 1898.

Edit: Yours in on this page:

http://www.gotavapen.se/gota/artikla...8bayonets1.htm

Is the wood one piece or two pieces?

One piece is old Pattern (a.A.) and a two piece is new Pattern (n.A.)

lol

[Marc(NB)]

nice bayonet! Heres a link for future references
http://arms2armor.com/Bayonets/bayonets.htm#GERMANY

[goldguru]

A lot of things are sold on ebay at inflated prices. I have all the bayonets I need and I even use a '93 Mauser bayonet to dig with some times. It is a little long and unweildy but if I am in a rough neighborhood it keeps the baddies at bay just having it. Even at the true value of those bayonets, you got a good deal. Monty