Kreigsmarine Officer’s Bayonet by WKC – D694

These are quite interesting edged weapons to say the least. While they are a basic standard short Heer dress bayonet from first appearance, it is the portapee that distinguishes the true wear for these edged weapons. But lets start out with the description first.

The grip plates on the hilt of this WKC bayo are in good condition, and remain tightly riveted to the spine. You can see some dirt in the checked pattern on their surface. But other than that, they’re pretty decent. The plating to the crossguard, spine, and pommel display some flaking, oxidation, and some lifting. At the top the release button is in place and works fine. Finally, the rifle slot has a red felt plug in it. Moving down from the hilt, the 7 1/2″ inch blade is a beauty! It remains tight in the hilt, full length, with 100% of the factory plating over it’s surface. The obverse riccasso is stamped with the knight’s head trademark, the logo for the WKC edged weapon firm. And now we finish up with the scabbard. As shown the shell has quite a bit of age, to what was once the black factory enamel. Thank goodness the shell took the brunt of the wear and tear, because it certainly did a great job protecting a fantastic beautiful blade. The upper portion of the scabbard is equip with an unmarked black leather frog, all in good order. Around the center section of the hanger by now you’ve notice the bullion portapee wrapped in a very beautiful and intricate pattern. This is in fact a Kreigsmarine knot, and is tied in the neatest lacing pattern of loops, twists, and braids that you’re ever apt to see. It is cool just to follow the pattern just to see how it was woven and tied on this accoutrement. The designation of this portapee worn with a dress bayonet combination was for a Navy officer who was attached to an outfit which served on shore, as opposed to at sea. I’ve had 3 of these over the years, and I’ve never seen another offered anywhere. Let alone anyone who knew what these knots stood for. A rare designated Kreigs officer’s dress bayonet, with a cool knot to prove it. SOLD