Simson & Co Suhl WWI German Original Bayonet Marked “SIMSON & CO SUHL” No.8983 For Sale

The serial number 8983 stamped directly on the crossguard is a critical identifier for this specific piece.In military collector circles, a straight numeric serial sequence like this stamped cleanly on the crossguard—coupled with the lack of distinct German imperial unit abbreviations (regimental numbers)—tells a very specific story:Export Contract Confirmation: This number indicates your bayonet was part of a foreign military export contract produced by Simson & Co.. Germany was the leading exporter of Mauser rifles and bayonets worldwide leading up to World War I.