WW1 German Battalion Marked S98/05 nA Butcher Blade Combat Bayonet

For use with the Gewehr bolt action service rifle, measuring 19 3/4 inches overall with a 14 1/2 inch single fuller, single edged steel butcher style blade that is maker marked FICHTEL & SACHS SCHWEINFURT with the company logo above to the one side of the blade. The steel cross guard is serial numbered to the one side,, and battalion marked to the opposite side, 12. J.R. 5.3., for the 12th Reserve Jager Battalion. 2 piece, grooved wood grip panels and working release button in place. Top of the pommel shows 2 WW1 German proof marks, and also to the top of the spine. Complete with proof marked steel field scabbard. SKU: 63381