Original German M-1871 Mauser Parade Dress Bayonet with Scabbard by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie British Helmets with only a bit of

with only a bit of evidence of being sharpened after issue

The butt plate is marked “U

His executive officer was William E

This example bears matching serial numbers

straight from long time storage and just great for display

Original German M-1871 Mauser Parade Dress Bayonet with Scabbard by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie British Helmets with only a bit ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. Commonly referred to as a "walking out" Bayonet, this edged weapon was never designed to actually fit on any rifle even the Mauser 1871 model after which it is named. This is a lovely Dress or Parade Bayonet, worn only on ceremonial occasions and when going on leave. These have higher quality finish than the issue M 71 Bayonet, with a lovely etched blade showing "Stands of Arms" and foliage etc. Its cross guard looks