This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWI Artillery Officer's sword,made by the Solingen-based firm ofWeyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie. In 1989 Mr. Kolping died and left his wife Ms. Margard Willms to succeed him at the company. . . 2023 Rock Island Auction Company. Information about this file: Original scan of glass-negative. Can someone tell me more about this bayonet? Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Company Imperial Artillery Sword with Regimental Etching and ScabbardMeasuring 39 1/4 inches overall with a 34 inch lightly curved single fuller blade, showing the WKC trade mark on the right ricasso, 12 1/4 inches of vine etching on the spine, and a 13 7/8 inch martial scroll etched panel on each side including "Feld Artill. For scabbards marked with an "FI" is an abbreviation for Fabrica de Itajuba, the Brazilian state arms factory. The blade has "weyersberg kirschbaum & co solingen" stamped in it. Book on the Swords and Bayonets from the Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Company of Germany. Rgt. January 1, 1997. Sold Jul 06, 2021. I was given this bayonet a couple years ago and I didnt think much of it. WW1 German KS98 Miniature Bayonet knife blade . The reverse ricasso is stamped withthe trademark "Knight's Helmet"(Ritter-helm) logo of legendary maker Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie of Solingen, over the firms initials of WKC. They were a recent gift and I love them! The handwork is beautifully rendered throughout this brass. Bakre . In 1908 the Walder branch of Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Cie was sold to the new Gebrder Weyersberg; managed under the name of Solingener Axt- & Hauerfabrik GmbH, the plant was moved in the following year to . It's a shame it's been cut off. Antique c. 1915 WWI German Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Co. Solingen Bayonet w/ Scabbard View catalog Sold: $80.00 March 15, 2021 6:00 PM EDT Canandaigua, NY, US. Together with a German bayonet marked Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Co Solingen, inscribed "Modelo Argentino 1909". This is a further indicator that this must be a Navy sword, as only the Navy used the ivory color. "You can't please everyone, so you have to please yourself." Unfortunately the chappe/rainguard completely covers this area, so photographing the logo is impossible. Request more information Additional Details. Both the rifle and bayonet were manufactured under contract in Germany. Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co, Solingen (from 1883) Alex. If this is the maker marking you are asking about it is a narrow window from circa 1883 to 1900. The two companies Weyersberg and Kirschbaum joined forces in 1883 and founded Weyersberg, Kirschbaum und Cie. 610. IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. Use the search and filter options below to help narrow your results. Gebrder Weyersberg was reformed on 1st May 1902 by Richard Berg, and in 1922 was managed by his sons Richard, Eugen, Hans and Fritz. Swiss Bayonet M1957 by Victoria Elsener Schwyz, Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie. 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Due to this, the sword is difficult to remove from the scabbard, and it cannot be inserted far enough to lock the scabbard to the grip. The grip is a very nice ivory coloredcelluloid over a wood base. Its blade length is 9.75 inches versus 15.75 inches for theM1891. Looks like a shortened model 1891 Mauser bayonet. Located on Maharashtra's coast, Mumbai is India's most-populous city, and it is one of the largest and most densely populated urban areas in the world. I really strips away pretty much all of the collector interest, unless it can be proven to be a field modification, like a broken bayonet cut into a fighting knife. 178' (6th Reserve Infantry Reg't-1st Company Weapon No78). The upper reverse side of the blade shows "Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co. Solingen". Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. Since 1883, Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co. (WKC), has been manufacturing military swords and cutlery in Solingen, Germany. Eligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal, Amazon & Sezzle. Nickeled, shortened blade with double maker's mark at the ricasso and acceptance stamp on the spine. Overall an very good condition high quality rare sword from a legendary German sword maker, based in Solingen, the "City of Blades" in Western Germany. Government of Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra State , Both eyes are well set into the head, with great color. This transition was quite an easy one as Ms. Willms had been working with Mr. Kolping from day no. The later history of WKC began in 1995. Weyersberg and Kirschbaum were an amalgamation of the well known Weyersberg family and W R Kirschbaum. Alec Hepburn, Edged Weapons from the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Arms Collecting Societies, Associations and Groups, Modern-era Swords and Collecting Community. Scottish and Borders History, Culture and Life. Date Added: 07/22/2022, By: Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Co. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. This product is available for international shipping. The blades are usually stamped - on the ricasso - with Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Cie / Solingen on one side, while on the other is the Argentine Crest (this is usually ground off when released from the arsenal as surplus wares) and Modelo Argentino 1909. Nickel finished steel guard and pommel with a wire wrapped rayskin grip and a nickel finished single ring scabbard. There are two variations, one is the more common model with external blade . TheLion's face is fitted withtwo faceted "jewel" eyes, however as this is a Naval sword, the right eye is a vibrant green, while the left is bright red. GUNTHER, METZ." on the spine. You must log in or register to reply here. WKC won the contract to produce the Model 2011 Swords for West Point Cadets at the United States Military Academy. Unlike many examples, this Lion's head was not made to have plastic "jewels" installed as eyes. WKC participated and acquired the majority of Wilkinson's tools, spare parts and their roll forge. Scottish and Borders History, Culture and Life. By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. 2130, manufactured by Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Co., Solingen, Germany.Blade. Theblade'sricasso is stamped withthe double trademark "King's Head" alongside a "Knights's Head" logo of legendary maker Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie of Solingen, over the firms initials ofW.K & C. This trademark is used on private purchase blades and walking-out bayonets during the WWI period and prior. This bayonet is dated 1917. But recently I rubbed some rust off and discovered it has Weyersberg Kirschbaum & CO Solingen on it. Knives by Maker Later in 1883 the company merged with the Kirschbaums and the company WKC was formed as it exists today. WITH SCABBARD. Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Co. Filters The company continued to flourish until the Great Depression. Every musket, rifle, display machine gun, machine gun parts set or gun sold by IMA, Inc is engineered to be inoperable according to guidelines provided by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF). (W.K.C.). On 1989 Hans Kolping died and left the company to his life partner, Margard Willms. All orders shipped USPS (including Express) may take an additional business day to process and ship. ).Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co (? C $15.73. fisherman knives and household cutlery, bought the premises of WKC along with the name and trademarks. WWI German Artillery Officers Lion Head and Dog Head Sword & Scabbard- Interesting Piece of History! The Grip back strap has some lovely floral designs. Date Added: 12/15/2022. Many books refer to these as the M1907, probably due to the bayonet's resemblance to the Chinese M1907 bayonet. For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. 13th Floor, 247 Park, Hindustan C. Bus Stop, Lal Bahadur Shastri Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Vikhroli West, Mumbai, MH 400079 - Unconfirmed Hours. . There is nice detail throughout his whiskers, chin, muzzle, and especially the Lion's Mane. At any rate - yes I do have photos - lots plus photos of the provenance document and official military photo but I can't see to figure out how to attach them - sorry, Author, Moderator, Resident Seitengewehr Expert, Edged Weapons from the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Arms Collecting Societies, Associations and Groups, Modern-era Swords and Collecting Community. Arts, Culture, Recreation & Entertainment, If this is your first visit, be sure to Weyersberg Kirschbaum Solingen Bayonet. The grip metal is an alloy of aluminum, with 6 percent copper. 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