Germany, Heer. A Dress Bayonet, by Ernst Pack & Söhne

(Heer Bajonett). A Heer commemorative dress bayonet, measuring 400 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 250 mm-long polished magnetic steel blade, with fullers running down the length of each side. It is plain with the exception of a maker’s mark near the reverse ricasso of “E. PACK & SÖHNE, SOLINGEN”, topped by the firm’s blacksmith logo. The blade sits securely within a one-piece nickel-plated zink alloy hilt, which features a hooked quillon and an insertion slot retaining an original red wool insert. The slot also retains a functional spring catch with push-button release. It is accompanied by its period original scabbard, constructed of a black-painted magnetic metal shaft. A downward-pointing hook emanates from the side for the accommodation of a frog. The throat retains a functional spring catch, securely holding the bayonet in place during storage, and is fastened together with a single side rivet. Some issues consistent with age and use are evident, and include running marks to the blade, minor oxidation to the metal features, and oxidation and loss of paint to the scabbard. It is in an overall very fine condition.