Does anyone know what this bayonnet is and where it is from? I do not think it is German and I would guess that it is probably WW1 period or sooner?? What do you think? Cheers, Torsten.
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Torsten,
The bayonet is Yugoslavian and was supposedly made for the bodyguard unit of King Aleksander I (1921-1934). They were made at the Kraguyevac Arsenal in 1933 and only about 1000 were made. They are very rare. I have no idea what it would be worth. Hope this helps a little.
John AllenComment
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Hi John, thank you very, very much for the info...this one has just been offered to me...I will see, if I can find out some more info on it or a guide price somewhere and lets see what the seller would like to have for it...Originally posted by John Allen View Post
The grip on the bayonnet appears to be a very unusual shape...what rifle was it made for? Where was it supposed to fit? I assume that only the skull and crossbones identify this one is being for the bodyguard or is the rest of the bayonnet something special and purpose build also? Cheers, Torsten.Comment
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unknown bayonet
Torsten,
Glad to be of some help. The bayonet and scabbard were specially made only for this elite unit as far as I know. They were made to fit a special Carbine Model 1932-Kindjahl-type. I do not know if the rifle was made only for this unit. Maybe someone else will be able to add more information or maybe you could check out the internet. I do not know if reproductions of it have ever been made but the one in your pictures looks pretty good.
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I am afraid I was too slow to make up my mind on the bayonnet...the seller just told me that he sold it yesterday....
Cheers, Torsten.
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nice piece, any named it as Cetnik M1924 model.best regards,AndyComment
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