Original Imperial German WWI M-1871 Mauser "Walking Out" Parade Dress Bayonet with Scabbard by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie Japanese Holsters the Cartuccia Modello 38

the Cartuccia Modello 38

technically

sometimes written as La IIIe République) was the system of government adopted in France from 4 September 1870

and this rifle looks to have not been stored in the best conditions for a long time

The bayonet is dated in 1918 by Springfield Arsenal serial numbered 971016 (correct for production in 1918)

Original Imperial German WWI M-1871 Mauser "Walking Out" Parade Dress Bayonet with Scabbard by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie Japanese Holsters the Cartuccia Modello 38Original Item: Only One Available. Commonly referred to as a "walking out" Bayonet, this edged weapon was never designed to actually fit on any rifle, even the Mauser 1871 model after which it is named. This is a lovely Dress or Parade Bayonet, worn only on ceremonial occasions and when going on leave. These usually have a higher quality finish than the issue M 71 Bayonet, and this example has a lovely etched blade. There are panels on both sides