A World War II German K98 bayonet with wooden grips, dated 1942, manufactured by Carl Eickhorn (code: cof). A solid wartime example, in very nice overall condition.

Blade
The blade is unsharpened and retains all of it’s original bluing, finishing in a well-defined pointed tip. The blade remains a very decent example, although, there is light surface spotting present to both sides, which I have shown in the photo’s. Even with the surface spotting present, the blade shows no abuse and retains a good profile.

One side of the ricasso is stamped with the serial number 8700. The reverse is marked 42 cof, indicating manufacture in 1942 by Carl Eickhorn, one of the predominant blade-making firms in Solingen during this period.

Hilt & Grips
Fitted with light-coloured wooden grip plates in very good condition, secured by the original two screw bolts. The flash guard on this example is in excellent condition with no indentations. The rifle retaining button is fully functional. To the reverse, the hilt carries two clearly stamped Waffenamt inspection marks.

Scabbard
The scabbard is undamaged and undented and retains its original throat screw. A Waffenamt inspection stamp is present to the lower ball. On the front face, the scabbard is numbered 1175, confirming that the bayonet and scabbard are not matching.

The reverse of the scabbard is marked 41 cof, indicating manufacture in 1941 by Carl Eickhorn. While the serial numbers differ, it is a positive point that both components originate from the same manufacturer.

There is evidence of old black paint present on the scabbard, now largely flaked away, with full original bluing visible beneath. The bayonet fits the scabbard smoothly and correctly, seating fully with a positive snap at the throat.

Overall
A very decent K98 bayonet with attractive wooden grips, a good blade, and an Eickhorn-made scabbard. A clean, honest wartime example that presents well.

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