British, 1876 Pattern Martini Henry Rifle Socket Bayonet and Scabbard. BAYO 378 Bayonet

This is an original 1876 pattern Martini Henry rifle socket bayonet with British markings to the blade. The blade is stamped on the ricasso with a crowfoot WD a crown 31 E, a crown 27 E /?9. The socket retains most of its worn original blued finish and is complete with its blued locking ring. The mark II scabbard has brass fittings and has 2 rivets in the leather body to hold the internal spring. The locket is stamped with a crowfoot WD a crown E (Enfield) 39. The chape is stamped with a crowfoot and WD. The scabbards leatherwork and metalwork are in good condition and part of the seam as opened up with age. See Skennerton item B187 on Pages 145 and 147. The price for this bayonet includes UK delivery. BAYO 378