Bayonet for ID

[jwburchell]

Seeking assistance in the identification of this bayonet, please. I would appreciate knowing the country of origin, period and rifle on which it would have been used.

The "scale" representation shown on the blade is presumably a maker mark. It is reminiscent of a Third Reich Alcoso of Solingen logo.

The length of the blade is approximately 14 inches (35.5 cm.) and the overall length is approx. 19 inches (47 cm.).

All feedback will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks and regards,

John

[jwburchell]

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[jwburchell]

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[Richie B]

Dutch M1895 I think

http://worldbayonets.com/Bayonet_Ide...s_2.html#m1895

[chiffonnier]

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[Alfred.R]

Yes it's Dutch,for the 1895 mannlicher rifle.
See here on a site devoted to Dutch bayonets.

http://www.muetstege.com/m1895_rifle.htm

Kees

yes a Dutch bayonet

[jwburchell]

Thanks to each of you for your very helpful feedback and also the excellent websites - which I have marked for future reference.

I am not sure if this is a common or desirable piece, and will research to find an approximate value. In any case, I think I will try and carefully clean-up this bayonet (using 0000-grade steel wool) to remove the surface rust, making it look better and preserve it for the future.

Regards,

John