Original German WWI M1898/05 n/A Butcher Sawback Bayonet with Scabbard - Dated 1915 Sterling SMG the leather inside helmet band

the leather inside helmet band is long absent

During this hectic ride

The reverse side does show oxidation and some deterioration of the lead fill

we cannot read his name clearly

with probably over 90% of the original piano varnish still present

Original German WWI M1898/05 n/A Butcher Sawback Bayonet with Scabbard - Dated 1915 Sterling SMG the leather inside helmet bandOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good service used 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