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Romanian Unmarked Bayonet
Posted: Thu Apr 20, 2023 2:40 pm
by Hombre
Got this one today... Unmarked!
Best,
Stefan
Re: Romanian Unmarked Bayonet
Posted: Thu Apr 20, 2023 7:00 pm
by Mr. B.
Hi Stefan,
It appears that you had a good day and aquired some nice examples. However, I am not sure about this one. What makes you think it is Romanian? Mike
Re: Romanian Unmarked Bayonet
Posted: Thu Apr 20, 2023 8:01 pm
by Hombre
Thank you, Mike! When you say like this I am not so sure any longer...
I can not point at anything special but I think that the colors are Romanian...
Maybe I am completely out in the blue...
Best,
Stefan
Re: Romanian Unmarked Bayonet
Posted: Thu Apr 20, 2023 8:17 pm
by Hombre
If I say Hungary then?
Best,
Stefan
Re: Romanian Unmarked Bayonet
Posted: Thu Apr 20, 2023 8:26 pm
by Mr. B.
If you did, I would say you are correct!? Did you find the clues? Cheers, Mike
Re: Romanian Unmarked Bayonet
Posted: Thu Apr 20, 2023 11:28 pm
by Mr. B.
There are many differences. The most obvious to me is the hook at the bottom of the crossguard. Other than a few early Russian Type I bayonets, only the Hungarian ones have a round hook. All the others are more angular. The leather on the Hungarian hanger is natural with a white waxy finish. The Romys used a smooth reddish brown faced leather.
The early Romys did have the flat pommel version that appears similar, but are completely difference when you look closely. Compare pictures of each. Yes, a fun hobby, Mike