German daggers of world war ii a photographic reference. Excellent reference book for german swords, bayonets, daggers, knives and their makers. Bayonet reference books and other printed source material. This book is 448 pages which is hardbound with over 900 full color photographs. The majority of dress bayonets featured a one sided cross guard ending in a rounded tear drop shaped tip that bent in towards the finger grip side of the handle. Wittmann antique militaria is one of the leading online dealers, specializing in imperial german and third reich edged weapons and artifacts. The book is printed in highest resolution 200 line screen, using the best. This three volume set on imperial german swords, daggers, and bayonets is a followup to the authors successful and highly acclaimed fourvolume series on world war ii german 2005, and his equally heralded threevolume series on world war ii german swords 2006 both sets from schiffer publishing. A comprehensive illustrated history of the regulation patterns, 18711945. Afrika korps 21st panzer division presentation k98 bayonet by coppel gmbh.
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With over 12 years of helping customers find just what they want, we are here to help you. A damaged p1888 mk 1 bayonet that would have been used on the lee metford or long lee mk 1 rifles, damaged by having pommel broken off then cut down and resharpened for use as a trench knife, likely great war vintage. If you collect wwi german this book needs to be in your collection. A concise description of the s14 german bayonets of wwi covers all models, makers, markings etc. Bayonets from janzens notebook from the introduction this book has several objectives, including the documentation of my collection, presentation of the information i have accumulated and, finally, the compilation of a reasonably complete, inexpensive book for the novice collector, partial collector and bayonetrelated collector, this effort is in no way a definitive reference work and, in.
Nice original markings remain on ricasso with an unusually prolific number of proof changes. The book appeals to the beginning and the advanced collector, detailing all ss. Many collector reference books in stock and many wwii era books in stock so watch for updates. Volume the swords 4 dress book ww2 reference weapons german and daggers exploring ww2 german weapons. A superb study of german uniforms and bayonets with 676 illustrations.
Offered for sale from a private collection, additional pictures on request but. The bayonet collectors network bcn was founded in 1996 to bring bayonet collectors together to share knowledge and information about bayonets. Collector s book of german bayonets, 16801945, roy williams, 2005 collector s pictorial book of bayonets, stephens, 1971 confederate edged weapons, albaugh, 1960. Anthony carter also produced a well researched series of books on german bayonets. The rzm dedication m34043 is clearly shown and totally correct for the period. Collectors militaria gold and silver buyer of minneapolis. For those who have waynes book, an example of this etch can be found on pages 6667. Likewise, ive seen a greater number of sg 8498 98k period german recycled bayonets. Us knife bayonets and scabbards a collectors guide by gary cunningham. A german language book on german bayonets from 1895 to 1945, has great detail on less well covered bayonets such as the snake crossguard trials 98 bayonets and the sg42, could do with more pictures for us language handicapped people but if you know german then this a great book to have, for others the pictures that are there are fantastic. This is a great hardback reference for the collector wanting to identify the german uniforms and bayonets of all periods covering imperial through third reich period. Here we have the complete german hard cover 10 page 2 volume set, published by biblio verlarg 1986. Listing of old bayonet collector books gunboards dot com.
The collector s pictorial book of bayonets stephens, frederick john on. This gentleman is an expert and collector of german wwii daggers and other items. Society of american bayonet collectors bayonet references. An interesting book, covering many unusual military knives and bayonet prototypes not. Collector s source buys and sells military collectibles across canada. Collectors source buys and sells military collectibles across canada. However, the bayonets used by members of the german fire police had sshaped cross guards extending out equally on either side of the blade ricasso. This web site was created for dedicated german bayonet and militaria collectors, and now.
Collectors handbook of wwii german daggers by ltc ret. I decided to create a site that caters to collectors at all levels, not just to the high end collector. You can browse through the affordable selection of wwii german daggers for sale on ebay to find the designs or types that might be right for your needs. Come inside to talk not only about german bayonets, but about bayonets from around the world.
An avid collector and researcher of german edged weapons for over 55 years, he has completed his. Sideshow 12 inch bayonets and barbedwire wwi german stormpioneer soldier mib. There are the usual library stamps inside the book, along with some attachments, etc. Concise pocket reference is a guide to third reich daggers and accouterments in a convenient 4x 5 format. There are over 650 fantastic, clearly defined photographs showing uniforms and bayonets, guns, swords, and medals inwear. Collectors book of german bayonets, 16801945, roy williams, 2005 collectors pictorial book of bayonets, stephens, 1971 confederate edged weapons, albaugh, 1960. Nov 12, 2019 the majority of dress bayonets featured a one sided cross guard ending in a rounded tear drop shaped tip that bent in towards the finger grip side of the handle. Daggers bayonets fighting knives hitlers germany abebooks. The german bayonet, 18711945, is illustrated with photographs of weapons in one of britains leading collections, complemented by the authors meticulous line drawings. Some of the items are from the third reich period and pages may have. Bayonets german for sale military collectibles for sale.
I thought it proper to note that a new ss dagger reference book was just published and while short, it focuses on ss prototype daggers and includes pictures of these pieces, which have never before been published. We have over 2,100 items of original german imperial and third reich edged weapons, parts and accouterments, as well as outofprint and current militaria reference books. This exact piece was discussed a few months back on the daggers and edged weapons forum here on. Bayonet book on german bayonets model 9802 and 9805 by anthony carter. Collectors firearms will fill all of your firearms needs. Items are sold in accordance with uk laws, no under 18 sales. Current german militaria reference books by ltc ret. This is an ex library copy but this book is in good condition. Exploring the dress daggers and swords of the german ss thomas t.
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The collectors pictorial book of bayonets stephens, frederick john on. It includes photos and illustrations of swords from prussia, bavaria, wurttemberg, saxony and austria with more than 300 illustrations of german sword maker blade marks spanning five centuries. Swords of imperial japan 18681945 cyclopedia edition is the new book by jim dawson. However, the bayonets used by members of the german fire police had sshaped cross guards. My interest in german militaria took off after buying a small grouping a few years ago. Listing of old bayonet collector books archive gunboards. Shooters can choose from thousands of new and preowned rifles, pistols, and shotguns. We specialize in price guides and reference books for the antiques and collectibles industry. We have over 2,100 items of original german imperial and third reich edged weapons, parts and accouterments, as well as out of print and current militaria reference books. Id davidson bayonet markings a guide for collectors privately published this little booklet is very useful in covering the markings from a wide range of countries.
Offered for sale from a private collection, additional pictures on request but please expect a delay as all items are in secure storage. On collectors militaria i will try to have a nice mix of items from the one of a kind item to the most common tinnie. Since 1987, we have been supplying collectors, reenactors, theatres, movie productions, and museums with highquality live and deactivated arms and accessories. If this post is inappropriate promotion i apologize and please remove. A 1994 russian book, lots of info on knives and bayonets of all sorts poor quality.
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A german language book on german bayonets from 1895 to 1945, has great detail on less well covered bayonets such as th esnake crossguard trials 98 bayonets and the sg42, coudl do with more pictures for us language handicapped people but if you know german then this a great book to have, for others the pictures that are there are fantasic. German militaria and reference books for sale bayonet trader. It may be difficult for the younger modern bayonet collector to realise that. Collecting wwii german k98 bayonets collecting german military edge weapons and related items is a field that has been growing since the days the gis were sent to fight during wwii. Exploring the dress daggers of the german navy 18481945. Book german bayonets volume i models 9802 and 9805 hardcover. This page lists german army officers daggers currently for sale. Browse through vintage german wwii daggers a german dagger can be an interesting piece to add to your collection of cutlery, and it is also a piece of history that may have a story to tell. Apr 28, 2020 excellent reference book for german swords, bayonets, daggers, knives and their makers. Packages are mailed next day delivery, tracked and signed for. The 9 58 inch, single fullered blade on this one remain nice and bright.
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