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Pre-WWII Polish Army Wz.28/Wz.29 Mauser Bayonet, F.B. Radom, W.P. Eagle, Scabbar.
The blade bears the desirable and clearly visible “F.B. RADOM” manufacturer's marking on one side of the ricasso. The opposite side carries the crowned Polish eagle over “W.P.”, signifying Wojsko Polskie, the Polish Army.
The crossguard is serial numbered 2391 K [seller should verify the final letter before listing]. It retains its original-style two-piece wooden grips, steel pommel, bayonet mounting slot, locking mechanism and muzzle ring. The approximately 10-inch single-edged blade has the characteristic full-length fuller found on this Polish military pattern. Published specifications for the wz.28 give an overall length of approximately 38.2 cm (15 inches) and a blade length of approximately 25.6 cm (10 inches).
Included is the steel scabbard and leather belt frog shown in the photographs. I have not independently authenticated the scabbard and frog as matching factory-issued components, so they are being represented only as the scabbard and frog that have accompanied the bayonet during my ownership.
Condition: Very good original collectible condition for its age, with visible service/storage wear, patina and scattered discoloration consistent with an approximately 90-year-old military artifact. The wooden grips show normal age and handling marks. The important F.B. RADOM, Polish eagle/W.P., and serial-number markings remain readily visible. Please examine photographs closely for exact condition.
Provenance: This bayonet has an unusual American history. I personally discovered it concealed beneath the rear seat of a 1967 Pontiac GTO that I purchased when I was approximately 17 years old. I removed the rear seat while cleaning the automobile and found the bayonet underneath. It has remained in my possession ever since. Its history prior to my discovery is unknown, and no claim is made concerning how or when it came to the United States.
A fascinating and increasingly collectible example of prewar Polish military arms manufacture from F.B. Radom, retaining strong Polish Army markings and accompanied by its scabbard and leather frog.
Sold as a historical military collectible.
