Name/Title
Bayonet, SwordEntry/Object ID
1969.525.0004Description
Serrated edge, like a double edge, small cross on hilt. "Waffenfabrik, Neuhausen" engraved on it. This German bayonet was called a "pioneer bayonet" The men that carried them were sent first before any troops to clear the way of bushes, branches, vines, trees, etc. This wasn't necessarily used on a weapon.
Update 2017: Label says "Swiss Bayonet: made for the 'Swiss Karbiner model 1911 (engineers short rifle).Collection
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