8/1/18 - This is an original K98 dress bayonet made by C. Gustav Spitzer. The bayonet is in excellent overall condition with a very nice blade. The edge is 8.75 inches long. The total blade is about 9.5 inches and the overall length is 15.75 inches. The blade has no signs of sharpening or oxidation - only light scabbard wear. The handle has some minor spots of oxidation, but is excellent overall. Original leather stopper in tact as well. The scabbard has some minor paint loss but no dents or major issues. Guaranteed original.