Original WW1 German Ersatz Bayonet Captured Bring Back Souvenir NAMED

Description: #1894 Up for sale is this Original WW1 German Ersatz Bayonet. This bayonet was Captured & Brought back. The named faintley inscribed on the handle is George E Trupke Milwaukee Wis. Trupke likely captured this bayonet from a German prisoner or off the battlefield. He then somehow stamped his name and hometown into the handle of the bayonet. It would be interesting to have talked to Mr. Trupke, since he was a German-American from Wisconsin. Bayonet has some obvious staining, handle is metal, working mortise button, couple very minor chips in blade. Measures approximately 17” unsheathed. Metal scabbard has a few dents but does not affect sheathing. Overall good condition. Captured and named souvenir bayonets are not easily found, this is a one of a kind piece. Age appropriate wear for something over 100 years old. Please look over all the pictures carefully to judge the item for yourself. We are always looking to purchase items, look at my business card and send me an email. We also do a large amount of consignment, we have helped many collectors turn their collection into cash without lifting a finger. If you’re ready to sell your collection please contact us, we will consign single items or entire collections. Certificates of Authenticity are available upon request at no additional charge. All of our items are guaranteed 100% authentic, unless marked as reproduction. We strive to authenticate all our items by using a panel of experts in various fields. Be sure to follow my seller profile so you don’t miss out on future updates on quality sporting goods and militaria! seller profile so you don’t miss out on future updates on quality sporting goods and militaria! er profile so you don’t miss out on future updates on quality sporting goods and militaria!

Price: 475 USD

Location: Catonsville, Maryland

End Time: 2024-02-07T13:37:06.000Z

Shipping Cost: 16 USD