Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by Gebrüder Simson with Regiment Marked Scabbard - Dated 1873 Japanese Air Force The Shashka (Adyghe:

The Shashka (Adyghe:

There is quite a bit of the original gilding still present

Hanhart ANKER 7 STEINE

Wusthof worked in Dreizackwerk Solingen

now faded partly to a grayish patina

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by Gebrüder Simson with Regiment Marked Scabbard - Dated 1873 Japanese Air Force The Shashka (Adyghe:Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very good example of the Mauser Model 1871 rifle bayonet with brass hilt, compete with the original brass fitted leather scabbard. The bayonet is in good condition, and is marked on the rear of the blade with (Crown) W 73, indicating acceptance in 1873 during the reign of German Emperor Wilhem I, who reigned 1871 1888. The steel blade is 18" long and is in very good condition, with only light wear and a bit