These frogs proved too fragile in combat, so were prioritized for issue to training units and rear-area troops. 1899 (Dagger Bayonet Model 1899), this variant is sometimes erroneously referred to as the M1911, due to its most often having been issued with the M1911 rifle. Familiarize yourself with the basic parts and proper names to describe them. Research published in 2019 by Edward Hull in his book, Peabody Firearms, expanded on his earlier published work regarding bayonets used with the Peabody rifles. (57mm.) Type99 Short Rifles, during the transition from standard designs to substitute-standard manufacturing simplifications. He says that unmarked frogs also exist and they were made in a different factory. Ricasso (right): "BT3" inside a triangle. The pink shape in this superimposed image of the partial maker markings illustrates the actual size of the flat on which the marking is stamped. Vetterli M1871 Infantry and M1871. The city name is from The grips were replaced with crude facsimiles of the originals, some examples (like this one) have the diagonal serrations running in the opposite direction. Most, but not all, Chinese SKSs have a spike or pig-sticker type bayonet as well. in length. The M1892 bayonet was seen as too short for the M1903 rifle, so a longer bayonet was designed (the M1892 bayonet mounts to the M1903 rifle just fine). Because of a shortage of phenolic resin in Germany during the war, a new type of molding compound containing only 20 to 25 percent resin was adopted in January 1943. The leather tab on the scabbard is for securing the scabbard in the belt frog. (197mm.) It is a type "A" Argentinean: Argentina. The bayonet pictured below was made at RSAF Enfield in 1954. Its 10.4mm. Jinsen was the Japanese name for the Korean seaport of Inchon. Toyoda Automatic Loom Works began producing automobiles in 1933. This bayonet came in the Afrika Corps web frog shown below. This example differs from the M1948 bayonet above, in that it does not have the typical serial numbering on the crosspiece and frog stud. I found this example mounted on this Kar98k Zf 41 sharpshooter's rifle brought back by a returning veteran. Approximately 20,000 rifles and bayonets are believed to have been converted before the Germans overran Yugoslavia in 1941. Rexim-Favor MC Mk. Glossary of Bayonet Termsdefinitions of common bayonet terms. This example was made by Gebruder Klinge of Dresden in 1937. This example was made in 1939 by the Elite-Diamant WerkeA.G., Siegmar-Schnau, near Chemnitz, Germany. This example weighs in at 312grams, so is the M1871 variant. WebThe final rifle reported was serial number 263330, produced in 1958. The "W+F" mark indicates assembly by Waffenfabrik Bern, while "Victoria Schwyz" identifies the blade supplier as the firm, Victorinox, located in Schwyz Canton. Ricasso (left): "76541" and "K" in circle inspection mark. Saddle makers; and, Unlike earlier S 24(t) bayonets, this example has no Czech markings. Knife bayonet for use on the renowned 7.5mm. This example will not mount on a service rifle, due to the smaller muzzle ring (0.5500.570in. (203mm.) The firm began in 1814 as a watch-maker, however, also produced music boxes, record players, typewriters, radios, and the famous Bolex line of motion picture cameras. Sport Oprema sponsored a highly successful competitive fencing club in Ljubljana that bore the companys name. It has a Tokyo/Kokura arsenal marking and a serial number of 1565215. 7.875: 200: 9.75: 248.595: 15.1: Socket: "No. A socket bayonet, on the other hand, has a triangular blade in cross-section. The scabbard has the leather tab for securing in the Schmidt-Rubin belt frog. The frontpiece is attached with stitching and reinforced with steel rivets. Bayonets from the Civil War, which soldiers used as cooking utensils as well as weapons, can be traced and identified by engraved number markings. These flags are often seen in Second World War photographs, tied to a fixed bayonet. Another wartime example that was captured and reworked in eastern Europe, probably Yugoslavia, where new serial numbers were applied to the crosspiece and frog stud. A pre-war example that was captured and reworked in eastern Europe, probably Yugoslavia. Scabbard (throatpiece): "U" and stylized "F" over "+W" inside a circle. Like its predecessor, the Stgw. The Stgw. Measures 9.625in. This example was made in 1937 by Richard A. Herder of Solingen. This example was made by the Hikari Seiki SeisakushoKK (Precision Optical Manufacturing Corp.), under Kokura Army Arsenal supervision, in 1945. Developed by Paul Mauser and his brother, Wilhelm, this single-shot blackpowder arm was superseded by a tubular-magazine repeater, the German Model 71/84. WebModel 1896 Krag Bolt Action Rifle and Bayonet, Model 1896 Krag Bolt Action Rifle and Bayonet, c. 1898, serial number 43135, walnut stock with light cartouche on left side, has a crisp circle P below Lot Of 8: U.S Knives & Bayonets.Includes Lot Of 8: U.S Knives & Bayonets.Includes the U.S. M8A1, one marked VP co. Superimposing images of the two revealed that the letters were "gcy". long by 2.00in. NATO caliber. During this period, there were two socket bayonet variants, the M1863 and M1871, which are difficult to distinguish without having known examples against which to compare. Designated the Vierkant-Stichbajonett Modell 1889/92 (Square Stick Bayonet Model 1889/92), these were issued to cyclist troops, machine gunners, and fortress troops. long by 2.00in. The original German markings are still present, confirming its lineage. Although in quite good condition, the frog is stiff and hard as wood. L.O. Dietrich produced M1898/05 bayonets during the First World War and machine guns during the Second World War. According to my Serbian collector friend Nebojsa Milanovic, the Cyrillic BK inside the stitched triangle stands for Vojna Kontrola (Military Control). 1859/1867, Stichbajonett zu Eidg. (194mm.) The scabbard is also the wartime pattern with tubular end (instead of ball). This pre-Second World War frog has a long belt hanger and a notch in the top edge of the frontpiece for the frog stud. 57 by the mid-1990s. Ricasso: "Elite-Diamant" and "4156" over "d". Schmidt-Rubin M1889/96 rifle; and, Sawback sword bayonet for use on the 7.5mm. Based on serial number data, it appears that Victorinox initially produced the M1918 bayonet until the early 1920s. A derivative of the Yugoslavian M1924 bayonet, the M1924 bayonet was also designated Seitengewehr 109 Jugoslawien [S 109(j)] by Germany. PAP M59 rifle. This post-War frog has a shorter belt loop than the M1924 and has a hole in the frontpiece for the frog stud. Her work has been featured on eHow. The bayonet serials were, of course, also for production and assembly reasons and the bayonets match the scabbard nos. This example was made in 1935. (last character almost certainly a 'G') and "7281", Ricasso: "E u F. Horster" and "9756" over "q", Ricasso: "42 cvl" and "9578" over N, superimposed image of the partial maker markings, Yugoslavian M1924 conversion of the M1898/05 sword bayonet, Branko Bogdanovics authoritative work, Bayonets and Fighting Knives: Serbia, Montenegro and Yugoslavia, Return to Bayonet Identification Guide Index. This represents a second S 24(t) variant, originally manufactured to German specifications. Due to overwhelming response to this website, I may not answer directly; I may simply post new material on the website in hope that a published response will answer your question(s). 16-inch M3 scabbards were also shortened The German designation for the modified M1924 was S109(j). Yugoslavian bayonets have stamped serial numbers on the grip & scabbard body, where the East German AKM TypeII bayonet has electropenciled serial numbers. A 3rdstyle is found on wartime examples with a rectangular Kanji (no point). P.O. It was one of the few submachine guns to fire from a closed bolt, which further set it at odds with more contemporary designs. A total of 13,300 rifles were produced during the M1918/55 bayonets likely production period. These exhibit the appearance of the post-1942 plastic compound containing woodflour as a filler. 18th & 19th Century (to 1865), United States Post-War Bayonets: M4, M5, M6, and M1917, United States Post-War Era Bayonets M7, M9, OKC3S; Scabbards M8A1 and M10, Ralph E. Cobb 2009 All Rights Reserved. Ricasso: Stacked cannonballs (Kokura Arsenal mark) and "M" with an arrow through it. The single loop frog was adopted in 1901 to enable artillerists to more easily slide the frog along the belt to get their bayonet out of the way when squatting or sitting. The significance of these markings is not known. To avoid conflict, the Swiss government gave half of the military knife & bayonet blade production quota to Wenger and half to Victorinox. The 5104 scabbard is made of shiny black plastic and has a squarish point, where the M1957 scabbard pictured above is made of matte black plastic and has a more rounded point. Measures 7.375in. According to Serbian Author/Researcher Branko Bogdanovic, the R-prefix added to the serial number indicates repaired. muzzle ring bushed down to 14mm. For better identification, provide clear photos of bayonet with the sheath removed and the whole blade exposed. The scabbard is made of wood, with minimal steel mounts, held together with string. wide. The M1889/92 is a conversion of the obsolete M1863 and M1871 socket bayonets. These represent the third pattern of M1884/98 bayonet made from 192730 and 193445. in length. This M1924 bayonet variant is identical to the M1924 above, except that the hilt has a short mounting slot, as shown in this comparison image. Haenel in 1916. (41mm.) Horse transport soldiers, PFCs, corporals and sergeants; Yugoslavian M70 series Kalashnikov assault rifles. S-38-191-9 (Belt Frog). An early example, with the blade produced by Wenger &Co. of Delemont. It also has laminated wood handles and no reinforcement bar. Schmidt-Rubin M1889 and, Ricasso (right): "Maschinenfabrik" over "Bern", Ricasso: "Waffenfabrik" over "Neuhausen", bayonet for use on the 7.5mm. Plastic belt frog introduced in 1990 with the M1990 bayonet. Swiss Schmidt-Rubin Straight-Pull Rifle Database. wide at the widest point. 1879 fr Unteroffiziere, Sbelbajonett Mod. Jul 12, 2018 #1 So I picked up this bayonet for sixty dollars at a local antiques place and quite frankly I've done my research and can't find anything like it, It's a 41 COF (Eickhorn) with the serial number 7353 B and has three waffenamts in various places marked with A883. Reverse: "A. Bucher" over "8 Wolhusen 9", Knife bayonet for the 7.62mm. Scabbards often had a German-style throatpiece screw added to replace the original rivet. 1078." Following outbreak of the Korean War, in 1950, Inchon was the site of the famous amphibious assault led by Gen. Douglas MacArthur, claiming one of the most decisive strategic victories in modern warfare. Sometimes the blades were shortened (as with this example), however, full-length examples are more common. Scabbard: "" superimposed on a starburst inside a circle. When originally made, the metal would have been in the white. (185mm.) Branko Bogdanovics authoritative work, Bayonets and Fighting Knives: Serbia, Montenegro and Yugoslavia, The Germans later deleted the muzzle ring and blued the metal of M1924 bayonets, hilt has a short mounting slot, as shown in this comparison image, The Germans later deleted the muzzle ring and blued the metal of M24 bayonets, drill rifle simulated the size and weight of a 7.62 mm. WebThis Japanese bayonet also fits on the older 6.5 mm. This example came on the M1990 bayonet pictured above. Driver corporals and mounted artillery sergeants; This example has plastic grips. The company continued producing bicycles and developed alloy bicycle components, including the first alloy bicycles. Type-Specific Pagesstart here if you think your bayonet is one of the types listed, but are unsure of the country of origin. No scabbard was issued. 1842, grosskalibrig, Infanteriegewehr Eidg. This example was originally made 193141 at the Vojno Tehnicki Zavod (Military Technical Institute), Kragujevac, Serbia. Brown leather belt frog for use with the M1948 bayonet. The bayonet lacks any German markings. Arriving a dozen years later, this M1924 bayonet variant is a conversion of a surrendered First World War German bayonet. Ricasso (right): "BT3" inside a triangle. Although the dimensions seem pretty normative, it is so small and light that it seems like a toy. This frog came on a Belgian M191635 TBack bayonet. Were the rifles and bayonets supposed to be issued with the same serial number? Due to lack of sales, Rexim went bankrupt in 1957. Inf.gw. Diamant bicycles won world road race championships in the late 1950s. Designated Stichbajonett Mod. Consult a trusted bayonet dealer and have your bayonet identified as genuine or replica. To avoid confusion, the M1924 bayonet was distinctively marked Mod. The information and data provided on swisswaffen.com (and the corresponding other domain names) are for general and informational purposes only. The guide is a work in progress.It currently includes over 525bayonets; plus more than 110frogs and related items from 68 countries. It is believed that approximately 5,000 were produced. (51mm.) Privacy Policy, SIG Przisionsschtzengewehr SG 550 Sniper, Stutzer Fritz Kuchen auf Basis IG11 bzw. This bayonet was known as the Cuchillo Bayoneta Standard Modelo Alemn (German Standard-Modell Knife Bayonet) in Spain. Llano, Texas 78643. The scabbard body is olive green plastic with a frog loop on the blackened steel throatpiece. NATO version of the Stgw.57. A well-preserved bayonet holds much cultural and historical appeal, as well as being a highly coveted collectors item. 90 quickly garnered a reputation as one of the finest rifles in its class. Scabbard (ball finial): illegible Waffenamt mark. bayonet. Flag measures 14.75in. Books for Sale pages and buy research materials from one of our affiliates. Rod bayonet for use with the 9 mm. What is the width of the front sight base? (51mm.) "K9" inside a circle. According to Carter, the color of these frogs varied, with the earliest type being olive drab in color. TypeI Naval Rifle. WebThe Type 30 bayonet (, sanjnen-shiki jken) was a bayonet designed for the Imperial Japanese Army to be used with the Arisaka Type 30 Rifle and was later used on the Type 38 and Type 99 rifles, Types 96 and 99 light machine guns, and the Type 100 submachine gun. This example is also marked with the Cyrillic letter DJ () on the crosspiece and the letter P () on the scabbard mouth. 1879/81 fr Unteroffiziere, Glock 19 Gen. 5 KaPo GR, Fehlnummerierung, Fliegerabwehr-Doppel-Maschinengewehr (Flab-D-Mg. 38), Panzer-Maschinengewehr 31 (7.5mm Pz Mg 31), -> Foreign short weapons: Taschenpistolen, Zehna Selbstlade-Pistole (Taschenpistole), Stechkin APS (Avtomaticheskiy Pistolet Stechkina), Schalldmpfer Brgger + Thomet Impuls-IIA-L, Schalldmpfer Brgger + Thomet Impuls-OLS Compact, Die Faustfeuerwaffen von 1850 bis zur Gegenwart - Eugen Heer, Vom Brustharnisch zum Waffenrock, Hugo Schneider, The Makarov Pistol (volume 1 and volume 2), Walther Verteidigungspistolen, Dieter H. Marschall, Faustfeuerwaffen schweizerischer Polizeikorps, Parabellum, A Technical History Of Swiss Lugers, ZfK 31/43 Scharfschtzen Zielfernrohr KERN - Techn. The M1956 bayonet is a modular design which can be taken to pieces and have parts replaced. (0.60in.) It was designated. They are made of a single- or double-edged blade that could be used as a short sword. Mod. The Script-P mark identifies the scabbard maker as the firm Paillard AG of St. Croix. Inchon was the site of the first naval battle of the Russo-Japanese War of 190405. long by 2.50in (65mm.) [14.014.5mm.] Unlike the example above, this example is dated as having been produced in 1991. The final clue that was driving me mad was the almost complete lack of stamps or identification save a single serial number. Another example of a school bayonet that is crude in the extreme. Herder in 1940 (non-matching). 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