Wow. Thanks for the info. I looked up images for a Mauser K98 bayonet and there it is. So I guess it isn't missing a barrel ring or hardware. I just ASSumed it had been modded since I've only ever messed with AK, AR and HK bayonets and they have rings and buttons. My Mom would have laughed her ass off knowing she was breaking up dirt and weeds with this thing and it's worth money. Guess I'll clean it up the best I can and put back in the box with her other tools. Thanks again.