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Paul Weyersberg & Co Bayonet

I received this as a present last night from my brother in law. I can't seem to find much information about as my work terminal has "Weapons" sites blocked by our content filter. I figured some of our mature/retired members may have the time to hunt down some info on this bayonet.

The pictures provided are of my usual quality. The dimensions of the Bayonet are:14-3/4" OAL, 9-7/8" blade. The scabbard has no dents or deep scratches and the paint is about 90%. The frog(leather belt hanger) is in excellent used condition as is the leather washer on the hilt of the blade.

Ignore the birthday confetti, some employees decorated my office yesterday while I was in meeting.

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Permalink Reply by J.J. Smith III on May 24, 2013 at 11:01

Here are some links to check out, Brad.

http://www.wwiidaggers.com/D&EBAY.htm

DRP 25 - German Post Office. The initials 'DRP" stand for Duetsches Reichs Post. The number is
believed to be an accountability number. (http://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/forums/showthread.php?p=317935)

I'll keep digging...

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Permalink Reply by Chuck Parham on May 24, 2013 at 11:26

That is a truly beautiful piece in great condition! The blade looks as if it was just made! Great gift.

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Permalink Reply by Steve Hanner on May 24, 2013 at 12:22

Here is a pic I found of one of his pieces from 1940: Some similarities in the sheath but not the piece:

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Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on May 24, 2013 at 14:28

You know there is not much info on that second link JJ but it is significant info

J.J. Smith III said:

Here are some links to check out, Brad.

http://www.wwiidaggers.com/D&EBAY.htm

DRP 25 - German Post Office. The initials 'DRP" stand for Duetsches Reichs Post. The number is
believed to be an accountability number. (http://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/forums/showthread.php?p=317935)

I'll keep digging...

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Permalink Reply by J.J. Smith III on May 24, 2013 at 20:58

That was where I found the DRP info...
The tangstamp is different from any I've seen on the net.

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Permalink Reply by Lee Smith on May 24, 2013 at 23:21

No info here but I do know that your bother-in-law must really like you.

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FeaturedPermalink Reply by Craig Henry on May 25, 2013 at 0:23

Nice bayonet!

Did Brad just say us oldies don't have a life?

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Permalink Reply by J.J. Smith III on May 25, 2013 at 1:00

Craig Henry said:

Nice bayonet!

Did Brad just say us oldies don't have a life?

LOL

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In MemoriamPermalink Reply by Robert Burris on May 25, 2013 at 8:34

If it's from WWII era, the blade is in great shape, and notice the leather washer, next to the hilt. Congrats Brad, now you get to do detective work. What fun. JJ. I was busy, I was watching my tomatoe plants grow.lol