K98 Bayonet -
The Karabiner 98 Kurz (often abbreviated Kar98k, K98, or K98k) was a bolt-action rifle adopted as the standard infantry
rifle in 1935 by the German Wehrmacht, and was one of the final developments in the long line of Mauser military
rifles.
There were a few versions of this bayonet produced. The one covered on this page is the combat
model. In addition there was a parade
version, which was designed for wear at social events. Some of the parade bayonets had
engraved blades and
stag handle designs.
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The design of the bayonet consisted of bakelite handles secured via the use of two rivets.
ribbed design for better gripping. The pommel has a lugnut release button so the bayonet
can be removed from the rifle.
The scabbard is of metal construction. It has a hook attached to the side so the frog can
be secured to the bayonet.
The blade is of single edge design. It has a blood groove that covers approximatelly 80% of
the length of the blade.
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The base of the blade is marked with the manufacturer's logo
The name is E. u. Horster. The other side has the production number. Just below the number is
an additional tmarking.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for German bayonets. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out specific
points that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my German bayonet worth?".
A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the Nazi bayonets is
reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth
of the police sword in the collector's market is illustrated.
This service is provided free of charge to the visitor/enthusiast courtesy of
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to the preservation of military history and to providing quality military antiques and
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This edge weapon is currently being
reproduced. It is becoming more difficult to be
able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality of the reproductions is improving. The
collector must become familiarized with the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing
of edge weapons. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity
of the item.
If you have an interest is seeing other edge weapons of the Third Reich, you can do so by going to our
WWII German Edge Weapons identification guide. Where
we cover blades from the Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine), Air Force (Luftwaffe) and other organizations.
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