Original Imperial German M-1898/05 Transitional Butcher Sawback Bayonet and Scabbard by Erfurt Arsenal - Dated 1908 Swords Shoulder to shoulder: 16"

Shoulder to shoulder: 16"

which has been shortened by about 1/2" from use and sharpening

The paint is incredibly vibrant and crisp

this was the ONLY Hammerless design available during the Civil War

and is marked size “7”

Original Imperial German M-1898/05 Transitional Butcher Sawback Bayonet and Scabbard by Erfurt Arsenal - Dated 1908 Swords Shoulder to shoulder: 16"Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very interesting 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