This WW1 S98/05 butchers’ blade bayonet was made in 1915 by a subsidiary of the manufacturing company Ernst Pack & Sohn of Solingen. The Trademark, CITO, which was owned by the parent company, was used by their Coln (Cologne) based subsidiary. These CITO-COLN marked bayonets are rare.
The 364mm single-edged blade has a broad single fuller on both sides, below a flat spine with false upper edge. The blade flares before tapering to a spear point and is in good condition.
The ricasso is stamped with the maker mark, “CITO-COLN.” There are no additional markings on the blade.
The wooden grip scales are in good condition and held are firmly in place with the original screws. The steel crosspiece, flash guard and pommel are bright and rust free with minimal spots of tarnish. The press stud mechanism works perfectly.
The bayonet is complete with a blued steel scabbard. The scabbard is in good condition. The bayonet sheathes and draws smoothly and is held firmly within the scabbard.
This is a good example of the iconic German Great War bayonet made by a rare maker.
£225.00
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