British ‘1907’ Bayonet and Scabbard by ‘GEO. Bussey & Co Ltd. BAYO 759. Bayonets

The 1907 bayonet was designed to be used with the Short Magazine Lee Enfield (SMLE) rifle. The pattern 1907 bayonet with hooked quillon removed, the important change was decided for the removal was in 1913, and the official approval date was 29/10/13. This bayonet is made by Sanderson which is stamped to the ricasso along with ‘1907’, ‘5’18’ (May 1918) and some inspection marks. The pommel has regimental marks ‘12RF’ and ‘255’ stamped to it, which are the 12th Royal Fusiliers. The blade is in good condition for its age and appears to have been re sharpened. The wooden grips are held with two screws and have aged well. The scabbard is made by ‘GEO. Bussey & Co Ltd’ of 36 and 38 Queen Victoria Street, Peckham, London, which is imprinted t the leather. The furniture is in good condition and the leather stitching is intact. A good 1907 bayonet and scabbard for the collector. The price includes UK delivery. BAYO 759. (Box 2)