Here we have a German WW1 S.84/98 bayonet with unit markings to the rear cross guard and rear upper scabbard. The scabbard unit markings read “15.U.89.” this tells us it was assigned to the 15th Uhlan regiment, a cavalry regiment of the German imperial army. The numbers following “15.U” indicate the specific weapon number or company within the regiment.
I personally feel its a nice bonus to have unit markings on a bayonet, as it gives us the option to research deeper into the item.
The wooden grips overall are in good condition although there is a cluster of small dents to one side of the grip. The rifle retaining button is in good working order and there is a proof stamp to the rear upper pommel.
The blade shows some light staining but is still fairly bright and has kept a good tip. The maker on the blade reads “ERFURT” and the spine of the blade is dated 1915, with a “W” above it and another proof mark.
The scabbard is the correct type for this bayonet and is undamaged and undented.
An interesting bayonet with the possibility to research more into the unit regiment.