BAYONET, clip-on, French
W1970.103.a-b
Epee bayonet. 1886 pattern.
[.a] blade; long, narrow, cruciform steel blade stamped at base G(in circle) E(in circle) - could be B or E?. Crossguard; just barrel ring - no quillon opposite. Locking spring under crossguard. Stamped ( 'initials or ornate H) 29855 (see original data sheet). Hilt; one piece grip and pommel - nickel. Stamped on base with small "c" in circle.
[.b] long circular tapering to knob at end. Metal ring round throat forming squared bar loop. Ring stamped "?3713?"
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
Accession Number: | W1970.103.a-b |
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Accession Date: | 12 Nov 1961 |
Material
Nickel/Metal | a - bayonet |
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Steel/Metal | a - bayonet |
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Metal/Metal | b - scabbard |
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Measurement
length | 640mm |
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length | 520mm | blade |
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