Original Austrian WWI Ersatz Bayonet for the M1895 Mannlicher Rifle

Original Item: Only One Set Available. This is a great "Attic Find" condition Austrian-made Ersatz (replacement) bayonet, made to fit the Austro-Hungarian Empire's Mannlicher M1895 straight pull bolt action Rifle, which was the principal Rifle of the first World War for the Austrian Empire. When WWI began, there was a shortage of bayonets, so these "Emergency Issue" bayonets were produced quickly to meet the need.

As can be seen, this bayonet is little more than a blade with a 90 degree twist in it, with a riveted-on muzzle ring and leaf spring catch. Definitely somewhat primitive, but highly effective for its intended purpose: making sure every rifle had a bayonet to go on it. The bayonet is free of markings besides a couple of small indents which may just be scuffs from use. The blade of this example shows very heavy sharpening, and is very very sharp.

Condition is great with a small bit of oxidation in spots. We have left it untouched, as it has been for decades, stored as part of a very large European collection.

Ready to add to your collection!

Specifications:
Blade Length: 10"
Blade Style: Double Edge Spear
Overall length: 15 1/4"
Crossguard: 1 1/2”