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31 mar 2012 · Here is a quick reference on the codes used by the manufacturers of the S84/98 III field bayonet before and during WWII. S codes used on bayonets between years 1934 - 1937. S/155 - E.u.F. Hörster Waffenfabrik, Solingen. S/172 - Carl Eickhorn Stahlwarenfabrik, Solingen. S/173 – Alexander Coppel GmbH (Alcoso), Solingen.
The following table lists the German M1884/98 III bayonet makers, their maker's marks, and years of production observed to date.
Markings on a M1884-98 bayonet. The manufacturer's number, which must remain secret, (blade and sheath) will be coded in S/ and 3 digits from 155 to 245 and K (1934) or G (1935). 1936: These models can be coded as follows: Blade S/3 digits, scabbard S/3 digits and 1936. Blade S/3 digits and 36, sheath S/3 digits and 36 more rarely. 1937:
Here are 3 useful links in determining all those markings and stampings and makers one sees on their K98 bayonet and Frog. Also included is a useful site on German Ordnance codes. The K98 co
During the 1933–1945 period, Germany used three different marking systems on M1884/98 Third Pattern bayonets to identify manufacturers: First was the Number Code ( Zahlencode ) used officially from 1925–1940 (e.g., S/155);
Here you will find a very useful list of WW2 German Waffenamt markings, their respective codes & manufacturers. The Germans are famous for their detail in production, markings and over all quality. To maintain this quality, most items were marking with a waffenamt stamp.
Manufacturer codes and other important links below!I made this video to try to help you identify your German K98k bayonet. Much like other German items, the ...
