Original German Mauser M1871 Faschinenmesser Pioneer Sawback Bayonet dated 1890 w/ Scabbard - Regiment Marked U.S. Artwork & Posters more than 16 percent of

more than 16 percent of its wartime total expenditures The 20th led all Eighth Air Force fighter groups in the destruction of enemy aircraft during that month

The rear brass barrel is engraved :-

The paint is original but the red star may or may not be original

This is really a great sword

Original German Mauser M1871 Faschinenmesser Pioneer Sawback Bayonet dated 1890 w/ Scabbard - Regiment Marked U.S. Artwork & Posters more than 16 percent ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is one of the most desirable Collector's bayonets, fitted with a massive very wide 19" SAWBACK blade, which is 1 3 4" at its widest point. These are VERY rare, and this is the first example that we have had. This is a very nice example of the Rare Mauser Model 1871 Faschinenmesser Pioneer Sawback Bayonet, with a brass hilt and the characteristic steel "S" cross guard. The name itself translates to "Fascine