Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by Weyersberg & Stamm, Solingen U.S. Equipment The knitting pattern is correct

The knitting pattern is correct for a World War Two issue Jeep cap

frame and grip bottom strap strap have matching serial number 98872

Prior to 1850

Below the maker mark is it stamped with the manufacture date of [19]42

The 10th crossed the Po River on 23 April

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by Weyersberg & Stamm, Solingen U.S. Equipment The knitting pattern is correctOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 rifle bayonet with brass hilt, most likely made for the kingdom of Bavaria. The bayonet is in good condition, however due to age and corrosion, some of the markings are faded or missing. The steel blade is 18" long and is in good condition, though it has been sharpened, and has some past pitting, now having a dark patina. The blade ricasso bears the maker