Lot 74:
Argentine Model 1909 Mauser Bayonet with Scabbard, by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Co. Solingen
Sold for: $95
Description
An Argentine Model 1909 Mauser Bayonet with Scabbard, manufactured by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Co. Solingen. This military bayonet features a steel blade with a fullered design, a metal hilt with a ‘bird’s head’ pommel and hooked quillon, and dark wooden or hard plastic grips secured by two rivets. Markings on the ricasso include “WEYERSBERG KIRSCHBAUM & CO SOLINGEN,” “MODELO ARGENTINO 1909,” and the Argentinian coat of arms, alongside the serial number “A 0940.” The matching serial number “A 0940” is also present on the pommel and the scabbard throat, which displays additional small inspection stamps. The accompanying scabbard is made of blued or painted steel. The attached leather frog is stamped with the carved initials “TAB.”
Condition report:
The item shows consistent wear throughout, including scratches, finish loss on the blade and scabbard, and general aging and cracking on the leather frog, indicative of period use. Overall good, used condition consistent with age.
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