PERU

1909 pattern bayonet

 

German style hilt and cross guard

 

Matching serial numbers on scabbard and cross guard

 

 

Makers stamp

 

Peruvian Crest on pommel
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Same size as a VZ24 but with larger pommel and normal edge down blade

 

Modifications to tang and grips Probably due to damage and subsequent re shaping

 

 

modified grips and serial on the frog stud, which is the only marking