Here we have a great example of the famous German K98 bayonet, issued for use with the Karabiner 98k rifle during the second World War.

Blade

The blade remains unsharpened and retains around 95% of its original wartime bluing, with a sharp clean tip. One side of the ricasso is stamped with the serial number 7518, which matches the scabbard. The reverse side carries the maker code S/244,36, confirming manufacturer by Mundlos AG, Magdeburg, 1936.

Grips/Hilt

Dark bakelite grips in excellent condition, and secured by two screw bolts. The hilt shows two Waffenamt inspection stamps, as expected, along with a fully functioning rifle retaining button. Light surface rust is present on the hilt but overall in nice untouched condition.

Scabbard

Undented, with original bluing, although, there is light surface rust present from honest age. The throat screw is present. The scabbard bears the matching serial number 7518 on one side, and on the reverse the same S/244,36, markings as the blade – a desirable feature that tells us the two pieces have always lived together. The lower scabbard ball also carries a Waffenamt stamp.

Frog/Fit

Accompanied by a very good condition leather K98 frog. The leather remains strong, with all stitching and rivets intact. The bayonet fits the scabbard perfectly, exactly as a matching pair should.

Summary

An excellent, untouched, and desirable example of a 1936 Mundlos AG K98 bayonet, complete with its matching scabbard and strong, intact frog.