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Title KuK Lorenz socket bayonet, regimentally marked
Nationality Austrian
Period c 1854
Sold

This had a long and honourable career, introduced for the Lorenz rifled musket of 1854 and 1862, later used on the Wanzl rifles of 1867 (breech loading conversions of the Lorenz). This would have been carried in the campaigns in Lombardy, Denmark and finally in the Six Weeks War against Prussia in 1866.

During the US Civil War they were also bought by the Union government to supplement existing stocks, being issued to New York and Texas Militia units.

There is a KuK acceptance stamp (a flaming sun) on one shoulder of the blade and unit marks on the other. The blade is 18.75" long, of cruciform cross section. It is polished bright overall, with some age patina on the socket. It is readily identifiable as a KuK piece on account of the diagonal foresight slot. The scabbard is missing, but would have been leather on wood, with iron mounts at both ends.

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


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

testimonials

[From a vendor, rather than a buyer]

I'm delighted that you are happy with the badge and I hope you can sell it to someone who will value owning it.

I tried to sell it on eBay but they won't accept Nazi items. I then contacted several dealers via a Google search who mostly offered me £40-£50 after some haggling. Most of the other dealers tried to conceal its true value in their replies and also lacked manners which doesn't inspire confidence.

Ultimately it's about trust. I should think that most prospective sellers have done their own research and therefore know roughly what their item is worth. You were the only dealer who had the integrity to concede that my valuation was approximately correct and I respect your comment that you can't offer this as you need to make a profit. Your honest approach is greatly appreciated and I felt comfortable taking the risk in sending it to you.

Thank you for a smooth transaction

C D, UK, 01.07.2015

Sword arrived today. Fabulous. This is an excellent example of a fighting sword of its period, and a real gem. The 1828 Pattern is such a gorgeous sword, and this is a fine example. Even my bride is impressed and she doesn’t really get swords.

G F, New Zealand, 06.11.2013

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