Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice used example of the Rare Swiss Model 1914 Pioneer Sawback Sword bayonet. This model was in use by Switzerland from 1914 until well into the 1950s, and is considered to be the very last model of bayonet from any Country to make use of a saw back blade.

Based on the Vetterli Saw Back bayonet of 1878, used by both the Swiss and Italians, the steel mounted leather scabbard of the early 1914 production was soon replaced with a blued all steel scabbard. The bayonet is quite long, being 24 inches in overall length, with a 19 inch long sawback blade. These were intended for use on the 7.5 mm. Schmidt-Rubin M1911 carbine and M1931 Short Rifle (K31).

The M1914 has a swell-point blade profile, where the blade is wider at the point than at the ricasso, similar to the German "Butcher" bayonet. The 1914 blade is flat one one side, with the fuller and edge being ground into the other side. Designated Sägebajonett Mod. 1914 (Sawing Bayonet Model 1914), the M1914 was issued to select troops who would have need of the brush-clearing and sawing abilities of the design. For the most part, this included Pioneers/Combat Engineers, but also would include others such as drivers, blacksmiths, and even musicians.

This example is in good condition condition, with a lovely worn patina from age and use in the field. As it does not have a scabbard, there was little to prevent light overall oxidation from being many years old. There is still a clear maker mark on the ricasso:

The name simply translates to "Weapons Factory Neuhausen," which was one of the primary edged weapon suppliers in the first half of the 20th century. The blade edge does show some sharpening, with some wear to the tip, but is still nice, with a sharp sawback. A beautiful example of the unique "swell-point" shape. There is a Swiss Cross proof mark on the top of the cross guard, with serial number 27627 marked on the side.

The hilt has the same patinated finish as the blade, and looks lovely. The grips are excellent with just some tiny indentations in areas, and the latch works perfectly. No major issues to speak of.

A very nice service used example of a rare bayonet, ready to display!

Specifications:
Blade Length: 18 3/4"
Blade Style: Single Edged Swell-point with Fuller & Sawback
Overall length: 23 3/4“
Crossguard: 4”