Germany, Imperial. An M1898 Bayonet, by Simson & Co. Hold 69 mm (w) x 49

69 mm (w) x 49

The handle grips consist of two pieces of dark brown wood fixed in place with dual magnetic metal rivets

1914-1915 Campaign Star (16477

the London Gazette reported on him being awarded the Military Cross

one is taken in a studio setting

Germany, Imperial. An M1898 Bayonet, by Simson & Co. Hold 69 mm (w) x 49(Heer Bajonett M1898). An extremely well preserved M1898 bayonet, measuring 68 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 52. 5 cm long, nickel plated, magnetic steel blade which retains unspoiled factory original sharpening to the tip. A wide fuller runs the majority of the length of each side of the blade. Stamped onto the obverse ricasso is a makers mark of SIMSON & SO., SUHL. Otherwise unmarked, it sits securely within a