Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by Alex. Coppel dated 1873 with Scabbard - Regiment Marked Schwarzlose MG The SSh (Russian: Стальной шлем

The SSh (Russian: Стальной шлем - Stal'noy shlem or Steel Helmet) 40

copied from three originals in the IMA collection

which existed from 1787-1883

a common content mark for silver items

Original German Mauser Model 1871 Rifle Bayonet by Alex. Coppel dated 1873 with Scabbard - Regiment Marked Schwarzlose MG The SSh (Russian: Стальной шлемOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good example of the Mauser Model 1871 rifle bayonet with brass hilt, compete with the original brass fitted leather scabbard. The bayonet is in good condition, and is marked on the rear of the blade with (Crown) W 73, indicating acceptance in 1873 during the reign of German Emperor Wilhem I, who reigned 1871 1888. The steel blade is 18" long and is in very good condition, and has not had the main edge