Lot 568:
A Swiss M1899 Bayonet and Scabbard by Waffenfabrik Neuhausen
Sold for: $70
Description
A Swiss M1899 bayonet and its associated metal scabbard, manufactured by Waffenfabrik Neuhausen. The bayonet features a long, single-edged steel blade with a fuller, a metal crossguard with an integrated muzzle ring, and a dark wooden grip secured by two rivets. The pommel includes a rifle attachment mechanism. The ricasso of the blade is clearly stamped with ‘WAFFENFABRIK NEUHAUSEN’, and the reverse side of the crossguard displays a vertical serial number ‘466925’. The metal scabbard is painted in a military green hue, showing some indistinct small markings near its tip.
Condition report:
Both components exhibit significant signs of age and use. There is widespread surface rust and pitting on the metal parts of both the bayonet and scabbard. The blade and wooden grip show scratches and wear. The scabbard has substantial paint loss.
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