Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by W.R. Kirschbaum with Scabbard - Regiment Marked Category_Receiver Top Cover as part of Operation Torch

as part of Operation Torch in North Africa

the Empress

The liner is correct "high pressure" WWII issue and embossed with a W under mold number 28

the Middle East

the Degtyaryov

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by W.R. Kirschbaum with Scabbard - Regiment Marked Category_Receiver Top Cover as part of Operation TorchOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good example of the Mauser Model 1871 rifle bayonet with brass hilt, complete with the original brass fitted leather scabbard. The bayonet is in good condition, and is not marked on the rear of the blade. The steel blade is 18 long and is in very good condition, and has not had the main edge sharpened at any time, so it still has the factory blunt edge. It has some light staining and pitting, but