WW1 - WW2 German Bayonets

There were several types of German bayonets produced during this period, each with its own unique features and characteristics. Some of the most common types of German bayonets include:

  1. Model 1898 Bayonet: This was the standard issue bayonet for the German Mauser rifle used in World War I. It featured a 20-inch blade and a handle made of wood or bakelite.

  2. S84/98 Bayonet: This was the standard issue bayonet for the German K98 Mauser rifle used in World War II. It featured a 10-inch blade and a handle made of wood or bakelite.

  3. K98 Dress Bayonet: This was a ceremonial bayonet used by the German military during World War II. It was similar in design to the S84/98 bayonet but had a shorter blade and a more ornate handle.

  4. Ersatz Bayonet: This was a type of bayonet produced during World War I when metal shortages made it difficult to produce standard-issue bayonets. The Ersatz bayonet had a blade made of stamped steel and a handle made of wood or bakelite.

  5. K98/05 Bayonet: This was a transitional bayonet used by the German military in the early years of World War I. It was designed to fit both the Gewehr 98 rifle and the later Karabiner 98k rifle and featured a 14-inch blade and a handle made of wood or bakelite.