Original WWI Turkish Model 1890 Mauser Rifle Sword Bayonet with Steel Fitted Leather Scabbard U.S. Artillery The 30 mm Schießbecher cup-type

The 30 mm Schießbecher cup-type rifle grenade launcher could be mounted on any Karabiner 98k and was intended to replace all previous rifle grenade launcher models

The rear shows a dvr / 1942 marking

poison gas and flamethrowers

The decal is retained at around 90%

The receiver is dated 1877 as well as 1881

Original WWI Turkish Model 1890 Mauser Rifle Sword Bayonet with Steel Fitted Leather Scabbard U.S. Artillery The 30 mm Schießbecher cup-typeOriginal Item: Only One Available. Most of these long Sword bayonets were shortened in the 1920's to have 10" blades, more in line with the shorter bayonets coming into use around the world. This example however retains its original full 18" fullered blade, with an overall length of 23", and bears all Turkish markings to the ricasso of the blade. It comes with it's original wood grips and substantial hook quillon crossguard, terminating in a ball end