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Title Bavarian bayonet for Mauser rifle, 1871/84 model
Nationality German
Period c 1884
Sold

Originally for the 1869 model, Werder single action, falling block breech loader, in its day actually a better rifle than the model 1871 Mauser, a single shot bolt action weapon. It was shortened and modified for the Mauser rifle of 1871/84, the first magazine rifle of the German army, which carried a tube magazine under the barrel.

There are signs of sharpening to both faces of the blade and the guard is punched with Bavarian unit markings (see photos).

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Edged Weapons : Bayonets : German : 19th Century]

testimonials

Chris, got the buckle thanks and what a beauty, posted it on the forum already (war relics forum) I mod the buckle forum I have put a thanks to you on there with your site title so might drum up a bit of business for you :)

B E, UK, 13.12.2011

Thanks and badge arrived this am an excellent find so thanks once again.

C D, UK, 12.01.2010

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