German Model 1898 Butcher Bayonet

I ran Across a German Model 1898/05 Bayonet. I had to do research of course! This is what I know about this Bayonet. Simson Co. made in Suhl Germany Bayonet no "Saw back". Most likely the " 2nd Pattern" Manufactured between 1915 and 1918.



This bayonet is more like a Sword than a knife at a total length of 24 inches , the blade it's self being 18 3/4 inches, with handle at 5 1/4 inches. In over all good condition, the blade was re-sharpened at some point in it's life.

There where many Bayonet Manufactures operating in Suhl Germany at the time, this one was made by the "Simson Co." as is Impressed in the blade. A Crest or Shield with Sun Burst is stamped on the end of the Pommel. Research indicates this could mean the Bayonet was made for or "Exported" to Peru.


I believe this to be a German Model 1898/05 of the 2nd pattern, made between 1915 and 1918 for the Peruvian Army.

Links to sites with info used in this post.
http://www.antiqueswords.com/GB3.htm
http://www.old-smithy.info/default.htm
http://www.seitengewehr.com/Fachzeitschrift/

NOTE: I have since found out this is a German SG1898 not 1898/05 and is a "South American Export"