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Rare Antique Imperial German Prussian M1871 Mauser Pioneer Sawback Bayonet (Seitengewehr M71 mit Säge)
For sale is an authentic late 19th-century Imperial German Model 1871 (Sg 71) sword bayonet with original factory sawback spine, complete with its brass-mounted black leather scabbard. Issued to specialist pioneer, engineer, and artillery units for use with the Mauser Model 1871 rifle.
Key Details & Specifications:
- Model: Prussian / Imperial German Seitengewehr 1871 mit Säge (M1871 Sawback).
- Blade: Full-length straight carbon steel blade featuring fullers on both sides and a prominent, sharp double-toothed sawback spine designed for clearing brush and woodworking. Displays clean steel with minor scattered age patina.
- Hilt & Crossguard: Heavy solid cast brass grip with diagonal ribs on one side and smooth reverse, functioning locking mortise with external steel spring, and an iron crossguard with muzzle ring and downward-swept ball terminal quillon.
- Scabbard: Original stitched black leather body with matching brass throat mount (featuring regulation frog stud) and brass chape/drag with ball finial. Leather remains sound and structurally intact with light surface age wear.
- Markings: Please check the blade spine for standard Prussian acceptance stamps (Crowned Kaiser cypher and year date, e.g., "W 75") and regimental unit markings commonly stamped on the crossguard.
- Condition: Excellent untouched antique condition. Firm assembly with no rattle; button mechanism works smoothly. (Please examine all high-resolution photos for exact details).
Measurements: Total length: ~60 cm (~23.6 in) | Blade length: ~47 cm (~18.5 in) | Blade width at ricasso: ~30 mm (~1.18 in).
Worldwide tracked shipping available. Sold strictly as an authentic antique military collectible. Inquiries welcome prior to offerding.