A very good example of the iconic WW2 German K98 bayonet, dated 1939 and manufactured by Mundlos. This is an honest, early-war bayonet that has a stand out feature, an exceptional, near-mint blade, retaining extensive original bluing. A very decent K98 bayonet.

Blade

An absolutely superb blade, easily the highlight of this bayonet. The blade remains unsharpened, finishing in a fine, pointed tip, with 98% of its original factory bluing still present to both faces. Serial number 7552 is stamped to one side of the ricasso, with 39 to the spine confirming the 1939 date. The reverse ricasso is stamped with the maker, Mundlos. Blade condition is near mint and hard to beat.

Hilt & Grips

Fitted with its original dark bakelite grips, which are in superb condition, showing virtually no wear and no damage. The grips are securely held by the two original screw bolts. The rifle retaining button is fully functional and stamped with a Waffenamt stamp, with two further Waffenamt inspection stamps present to the top of the pommel. The flash guard is undamaged, showing no indentations, and retains a good amount of original bluing.

Scabbard

The steel scabbard is in excellent condition, free from dents or structural damage, and retains the majority of its original blued finish, with only light surface rust present. The front is numbered 9567, which does not match the bayonet. The reverse is stamped with the maker J.O.S. Corts Sn and dated 1938. This example features an aluminium rivet, correctly peened and showing consistent age, rather than the more common steel throat screw, we normally see. The blade fits the scabbard smoothly.

Overall

A very attractive early-war German K98 bayonet with a truly outstanding blade. While the scabbard is non-matching, the condition of the piece still makes it very collectable and suited for collectors who prioritise blade condition.

Historical Note

The K98 bayonet was standard issue to the German Wehrmacht throughout the Second World War. Early examples such as this 1939-dated Mundlos bayonet often display higher finish quality and strong acceptance markings, reflecting early-war production standards.

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