An early Swiss sawback bayonet of the Model 1906 pattern, often associated with the later M1914 variation, and made for the Schmidt-Rubin Model Rifles. This example represents the scarcer early configuration, retaining its original brown leather scabbard rather than the more commonly encountered steel variant.

This is a military-issued example, confirmed by the serial number stamped to the crossguard, and remains a fine demonstration of Swiss precision manufacture.

Hilt & Grips

The bayonet is fitted with attractive walnut grips, showing natural variation in tone, with one side slightly lighter than the other. The grips are secured with flush rivet heads and display excellent fit and finish.

The bird’s head pommel and crossguard retain visible remnants of their original factory bluing. The rifle retaining button is fully functional and operates exactly as intended. The crossguard is stamped with the serial number 108346, and the underside bears the small stamped Swiss military cross.

Blade

A highly impressive sawback blade with 32 sharp cut teeth. The blade remains bright and clean, with the fuller present on the right side only for weight relief. The edge appears to retain its original factory sharpening, with no evidence of later reworking.

Condition is excellent overall, with only minor areas of light staining consistent with age. A strong, crisp blade that has clearly seen very limited service.

The blade is maker-marked Waffenfabrik Neuhausen, the well-known Swiss arms manufacturer responsible for a wide range of military edged weapons.

Scabbard

The original brown leather scabbard shows honest service wear to the leather, but all stitching remains tight and intact. Both the upper and lower scabbard fittings retain the majority of their original factory bluing. The lower fitting is secured by three rivets, as correct.

The bayonet fits the scabbard perfectly, with a snug and secure seating.

Frog

The bayonet is accompanied by its original leather frog. The leather remains strong and supple. To the reverse is a boxed Swiss military cross stamp with “SCH” beneath, along with an additional oval stamp near the bottom, the details of which are too faint to read. The frog also bears the stamped word “Ausschuss”, as found on some Swiss military leather equipment.

Overall

A superbly engineered Swiss military bayonet, representing the scarcer early leather-scabbard configuration. A quality piece throughout, combining excellent condition, strong markings, and desirable sawback blade.

Historical Note

Swiss bayonets of this period are renowned for their precision manufacture and conservative design philosophy. Early leather-scabbard examples of the Model 1906 / M1914 pattern are encountered far less frequently than later steel-scabbard variants, making this a particularly appealing example for the collector.

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