Original German WWII USGI Inscribed K98k Bayonet by Alex Coppel with Matching Serial Numbers Multi Nation Flags the Colt Model 1849 saw

the Colt Model 1849 saw widespread use by volunteers on both sides

it was perhaps "sanitized" before subsequent sale

so 1943 was the year of the Sheep with the element water

The StG 44's receiver was made of heavy stamped and welded steel as were other contemporary arms such as the MP 40 and MG 42

It was then reassigned to V Corps

Original German WWII USGI Inscribed K98k Bayonet by Alex Coppel with Matching Serial Numbers Multi Nation Flags the Colt Model 1849 sawOriginal Item: One of a kind. This Karabiner 98 kurz 98k bayonet is in very nice condition throughout. The mortise button and lock works well. The grip plates are of dark bakelite, still in choice condition and retained by screw and spanner hardware. The obverse ricasso of the blade is numbered 6844 which matches the number stamped on the obverse scabbard throat. The reverse of the blade is marked 44fnj, which is also seen on the reverse of the