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British Pattern 1876 Martini-Henry Socket Bayonet and Scabbard
August 9th 2017 @ 8:03pm EST
Winning Bid
$55
Item Details
A British pattern 1876 socket bayonet designed to fit the Martini-Henry single-shot rifle. The triangular blade ricasso bears a series of stamped markings. These include an impressed ‘R’, ‘/87’, ‘/89’; crown over ‘BR’ over ‘12’; ‘5/85’ acceptance date; broad arrow over ‘WD’ (British War Department); and crown over ‘E’ over ‘27’ inspection mark. The bayonet is accompanied by the original leather scabbard with brass fittings. An impressed ‘319’ numeral appears on the scabbard frog stud.
Condition
general wear and oxidation to bayonet
leather of hilt is deteriorating some
Dimensions
25.25" W x 2.5" H x 1.0" D
bayonette is 25" long from socket to tip
Item #
17COL131-273