Original German-made South African Boer Mauser M1871-Style Reversed Quillon Bayonet with Scabbard Manufacture Type_Original Items Both appear serviceable

Both appear serviceable

Knox name was revitalized during WWII as demand for war supplies increased and Knox became a maker of premium officer hats

The 2nd Issue of the Model 1 looked similar to the 1st Issue

which has a hemmed edge all around

Original German-made South African Boer Mauser M1871-Style Reversed Quillon Bayonet with Scabbard Manufacture Type_Original Items Both appear serviceableOriginal item: Only One Available. Made in Germany and marked on the blade SIMSON & CO. SUHL., this looks just like a German Mauser sawback 1871 bayonet, complete with brass mounted leather scabbard. The hilt, as a true Mauser 1871 is of solid brass however the steel cross guard is unique. It resembles the TURKISH M 1887 and M 1889 forward leading hook quillon cross guard however has been mounted in the REVERSE direction, sloping backwards, rendering