WWI German bayonet, scabbard, belt, German M1884/98 Second Pattern - COMPLETE For Sale

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WWI German bayonet, scabbard, belt, German M1884/98 Second Pattern - COMPLETE:
$238

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World War I German bayonet / scabbard
with original leather belt
Fine condition

You are offerding on a vintage World War I German bayonet and scabbard with its original leather belt. It was brought home from the war by my wife's grandfather, who served in the famous U.S. 32nd Division, Company B, 125th Infantry from Michigan.

I have consulted a prominent bayonet expert who provided the following information to accompany the photos:

The bayonet is a German M1884/98 Second Pattern, used with the famous 8 mm. Mauser Gewehr 98.
The maker mark is partically obscured. In full it would read "F. Koeller & Co." over "Ohligs" over "Solingen." This was the firm of Franz Koeller, which was located in Solingen. Ohligs is a borough or suburb within Solingen (although it once was a separate small town). The Koeller family had been in the sword and cutlery business since the 1400s.
This bayonet would have been made 1915-17, as Koeller changed over to producing the M1898/05 bayonet during 1917.
The belt buckle is also First World War period, featuring the Imperial crown in the center.

Condition: The blade, scabbard and belt are all in fine condition. The belt leather is supple and not cracked. Two of the buttons have fallen off. One is lost but I have the other and will include it in this sale lot.

All together, these vintage items will make a great addition to the collection of any World War I memoribilia enthusiast.

I will pack these items carefully to ensure that they arrive safely. I'll also combine shipping should you win one of my other sales. See my other sales for more WWI items.

I will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Please e-mail any questions during the duration of the sale, and you will receive a prompt response.

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