This is a scarce India 1907 ‘Ishapore’ bayonet made from 1914 and identical to the British model 1907 bayonet except for the markings on the ricasso. This carries the royal cypher of crown over ‘G.R.I & 1907’ followed by 9 20 (September 1920) & R.F.I. (Rifle Factory Ishapore). The other side carries a broad arrow and inspection stamps. Skennerton states that some of these bayonets have been noted with locally made brass chapes and lockets which was an official variation; this example is in one of these scabbards. It is rare to find one of these bayonets in original condition, as most were cut down in WWII. This is a nice variant for the 1907 pattern collector. See Skennerton – Indian section item 149 page 346. The price includes UK delivery. BAYO 439.

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