Early Rural Police Bayonet by Alcoso

German WWII > Edged Weapons > Bayonets > Police Bayonets

Well great looking early rural one! The plated bade on this one looks great! It retains a nice and bright mirror like finish along with a perfect fit and sharp tip! The stamped "A C S" / "Alexander Coppel ACS Solingen" dual maker mark and spine proof stamp are all crisp and beautifully executed! The blade rates a solid Exc++. It shows the common surface scratches and minor spotting throughout. The brown (rural) leather scabbard body looks good! It has the common scuffs, age crazing and warping due to the runners. It continues to retain all of its stitching and the four vertical lines running through it giving it that finishing touch of German detail! The tombak based, nickel-silver plated scalloped scabbard fittings remain in excellent condition, matching the hilt in color and patina. Both staples remain intact. The scabbard is clearly marked "L.Ar. 67" (Landjägerei Polizeiverwaltung Arnsberg) matching the tombak based nickel-silver plated hilt perfectly! The scabbard snugly fits the hilt. It depicts wonderful burnished detail throughout, with the oak leaves, acorns and highly detailed pommel eagle! The multi-toned stag grip plates are tightly secured with two aluminum rivets. The centrally placed burnished aluminum police eagle is properly pined and retains nice detail! An excellent early police bayonet!