Help ID a bayonet?

[Der Texaner]

Honestly, I have no idea if its even German. I'm pretty sure its not Japanese or U.S., but I honestly have no idea. Got the pictures in from a want ad hit. I'm askng for better pictures, but this is all I have for now. Thank you.

Joel

[Stu W]

Hi Joel,

Looks like a Fire service dress bayo to me.

Regards,
Stu

[Stu W]

Have a look here Joel. It appears from those pics to be what you have. Yours may have the Horster logo although I can't tell for sure.

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...t=fireman+bayo

Regards,
Stu

[Billy G]

Fireman's bayonet with 25 cm blade (long model), logo appears to be an early Hörster mark with initials & sword only. Probably has a magnetic hilt like most early Hörsters.

[Der Texaner]

I had a gentlemen e-mail me saying they found it in his the house they just purchased. It is the maker you suggested, I got a closer look. Blade is in good shape. I'm going to make him an offer in hope of reselling it. Thanks to all...

Joel

[Billy G]

Joel,

My only suggestion is don't overpay. Sometimes people think they've found a diamond in the rough. Retail on these pieces is anywhere around $100-$140 on Eban, maybe closer to $200 on some dealers' sites considering this one has a servicable frog. Good luck.

[Der Texaner]

Thanks Billy, I've provisionally offered him $50.00 but didn't guarantee it until I saw the blade in person. I'm not looking to get rich by any means. If I did end up getting it I'd likely sell it here for $100.00 hoping its a good deal for a hole in someone's collection.

Regards,
Joel

[Billy G]

That's certainly fair under the circumstances, good luck snagging it.