Original German Made Argentine Mauser Model 1909 2nd Pattern Bayonet with Intact Crest & Scabbard Original Items

Original Item: Only One Available. This really is a very nice example of a German-manufactured Argentine Model 1909 2nd Pattern Bayonet. These were originally designed to work with the new Mauser Model 1909 rifle, based on the German Gewehr 98. Unfortunately the new design was incompatible with the previous model 1891 rifles and bayonets, so an adapter was developed to allow them to fit. This proved cumbersome however, and after the first 3000, the design was altered to increase the spacing between the blade and muzzle ring. Examples like this with the longer crossguard are the “2nd Pattern”.

What is special about this example is that the ARGENTINE CREST is still fully intact on the ricasso of the blade. The Coat of Arms of Argentina incorporates the Sun on the top, with a Phrygian Cap on a pole, and two hands clasped beneath it. These were ordered removed or defaced by Argentine Government order before Export so consequently those with crests are particularly RARE. There looks to have been no attempt to remove it, and the MODELO ARGENTINO 1909 marking is still intact and crisp. Underneath this is the serial number A1802.

The other side of the ricasso bears the German Bayonet maker’s name:

WEYERSBERG
KIRSCHBAUM & CO
SOLINGEN

This company is a famous manufacturer of military swords and cutlery in Solingen, Germany – a city famous since the middle ages for its metal-working and craftsmanship in sword making. Per J. Anthony Carter’s fine work GERMAN SWORD AND KNIFE MAKERS, the traditional manufacturing of swords at WKC dates back to the year 1774 when the Weyersberg first registered the ”Kings head” as their trademark. Later in 1883 the company merged with the Kirschbaums and the company WKC was formed as it exists today. It was heavily involved with exporting edged weapons to South American countries in the late 19th and early 20th century.

The included blued steel scabbard is marked with serial number T5785 with RA stamped on the very bottom ball, for República Argentina.

Condition of the bayonet is very good, though there is some rust damage and peppering on the hilt. particularly on the pommel.  The blade also shows cleaning and a bit of past peppering, though it has never been sharpened. The scabbard is in great shape, with just a bit of light rust in areas, and a great blued finish without any dents.

A very nice example, ready to display along with your Argentine M1891 or M1909 Mauser!

Specifications:
Blade Length: 15″
Blade Style: Single Edged Machete
Overall length: 20“
Crossguard: 4”
Scabbard Length: 15 1/2″