K98 BAYONET WITH MATCHING SCABBARD

K98 BAYONET WITH MATCHING SCABBARD
German Mauser K98 bayonet, 10 in. blade and 15 in. overall, with wood grips and a deeply blued blade retaining approx. 98% of its finish. The ricasso is marked ‘43ffc' indicating manufacture by Friedrich Herder Abr.Sohn, Solingen. On the reverse ricasso is the serial number ‘7723', the matching number appearing on the scabbard. Also present, is a leather frog. Tied to the frog is a black and silver SS portepee, with no wear or damage. Fine condition.