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#195569 11/07/2008 12:18 AM
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I have a question on the second bayonet pictured below. The top bayonet is a standard TR Alcoso bayonet. The one below it is a Hugo K�ller bayonet. If you look at the top of the pommel you will notice it doesn't have the normal notch. I have noticed Weimar period bayonets with this same feature. Also the cross guard is thin compared to the normal TR bayonets. What do you think


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#195570 11/07/2008 01:53 AM
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Terry,

I've noticed the same lack of a notch on some Weimar era pieces as well. The rivet placement on the grip plates is unusual too.


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#195571 11/07/2008 04:24 AM
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Terry,

Here is another with the same treatment at the top of the pommel. This one is unmarked but has an angular cut pommel and a thin guard as well. Also, notice that it has screwbolts. I believe these to be Weimar period bayonets.

George

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#195572 11/08/2008 01:14 AM
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Thanks Billy and George

George

I can't beleave that these thin crossguards survived all these years.


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