The German Ersatz (substitute) type Bayonets were constructed during the early years of WWI and were designed to fit both the Gewehr 88 (M1888 Commission Rifle) and Gewehr 98 (M98 Mauser Gewehr 98) German rifles. There are several variations of the Ersatz style bayonet as they were a "last-ditch" effort bayonet produced by a wide range of manufacturers including in one case a toy factory.
This particular one has no discernable makers marks or stamps, but that is typical of Ersatz bayonets.
~ Condition ~
This bayonet has been thoroughly restored and is in superb rust and damage-free condition with a working spring catch. The scabbard has some historic pitting and a couple of dents, the frog is completely intact and is in good original condition.
*In order to complete the online purchase we will require a picture/scan of a photo ID (Driving Licence, Passport or an official document with a recent picture). If you don't posses any such document please call to buy. If we consider that the proof of ID is incorect or insuficient, we reserve the right to cancel the transaction.
*We also reserve the right to cancel the transaction with a full refund if there is any suspicion that the provided item will be used in any way contrary to the laws and legislation of UK.
