Original 19th & 20th Century Lot of 5 Swords and Bayonets – Various Countries Original Items

Original Item: One Set of 5 Available. We just received these out of an old collection, untouched for years. As with any collection, there were some items that stood out, and others that were purchased as “projects”, either due to condition, or because they were in want of a scabbard. All of these are original items, in varying condition, all offered without their original correct scabbards. They are offered as is, and many are still coated in the original arsenal grease.

This set consists of:

– One German-Style Pipe-Back (Quill-Back) sword, with a 32″ blade and overall length of 37 1/2″. It features a 4 branch guard, and a nice wooden grip. It has an overall oxidized patina, and we were not able to locate any makers marks. A great wallhanger!

– One German WWI Era NCO Sword by ALEXANDER COPPEL of SOLINGEN, as marked under the rain guard of the grip. It has the standard unadorned hilt, “P” guard, and black celluloid covered wood grip with wire wrapping. Blade length is 34″ with an overall length of 39 1/4″.

– One 19th Century German Export Contract Heavy Cavalry Saber, Cut down. This sword is marked SOLINGEN on the ricasso, though the maker cannot be read. This is one of many swords made under contract in the “City of Blades” during the 19th century. It has seen heavy use, and the blade has been sharpened a lot and also cut down to 22 inches, giving this an overall length of 28 inches.

– One U.S. WWII M1 Garand 10 Inch Bayonet by PAL cutlery. Not much to say about this one. We all know what they are. This example has seen better days, and the crossguard is somewhat bent, but could be repaired. It has a lovely service used patina.

– One Japanese WWII Early Arisaka Type 30 Hooked Quillon Bayonet by Nagoya Arsenal. This is in the early configuration, with a birds head pommel, hooked quillion, and grip scales retained by screws that do not wrap around the tang.  Offered in service used condition.

This is a great chance to pick up some classic looking swords at a very attractive price. Ready to add to your collection, or maybe to help you start one!