S-98 nA. Bayonet by Haenel

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Here's a fine example of a S-98 bayonet by C.G. Haenel of Suhl. This was the first bayonet authorized for the Mauser in 1898. Super long blade measures 525mm! The blade is clean with wear light sharpening and some stain. This is serialized when it was reissued but not matching. The riccasso is nicely stamped with the makers mark and location. The spine is marked. Two piece hardwood grip plates show honest wear stains and bruises. They are secured with unslotted bolts that were serrated to the sides of the head ensuring they would not turn during assembly. The nuts are slotted and these required a special tool for removal. Hilt shows matching wear and use. The spine does not have a flash-guard. The hilt is profusely inspection stamped. The scabbard body is leather with steel fittings secured with staples. There is plating loss and light oxidation. The blade inserts nicely being secured with two runners secured with a front mounted screw.