1897 British WD Sanderson Sheffield 1888 Pattern Mark 1, 2nd Type Lee Metford Rifle Bayonet, Scabbard & Slade Wallace Buff Leather Frog. Sn 21915 - Bayonet

1897 British WD Sanderson Sheffield 1888 Pattern Mark 1, 2nd Type Lee Metford Rifle Bayonet, Scabbard & Slade Wallace Buff Leather Frog. Sn 21915 - 21915

This is an excellent Pattern 1888 Mark 1 second type bayonet manufactured for the British .303 calibre Enfield, Lee Metford Rifle (see Skennerton item B213 page 169). The bayonet’s 12” double edged blade with medial ridge has just light staining consistent with age. The ricasso of the blade is manufacturer marked & dated ‘Sanderson Sheffield’ & ’12 97’ (December 1897). The reverse and spine have WD / ordnance inspection marks. The wood grips are excellent with no damage secured by two brass rivets. There is an oil clearance hole in both grips. Both grips have ordnance inspection marks. The bayonet has its steel mounted leather scabbard. The scabbard is fitted with original Slade-Wallace buff leather frog which has correct riveted & stitched seams and retaining strap with brass buckle. The rear of the frog has stencilled ink number ‘38’. All leather and stitching of the scabbard and frog are clean & intact. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 21915 (Box 2)

£475.00