British, Martini Henry Mark 3 Sword Bayonet & Scabbard by the Wilkinson Sword Company, London. Sn - 23239 Bayonet

This is a nice British, Wilkinson Sword made Mark 3 sword bayonet and scabbard for the .45 Martini Henry service rifle. The bayonet is stamped on the ricasso with the queen’s crown ’89 (1989 manufacture date) WILKINSON SWORD COMPANY LONDON. The other side is stamped with the crown over WD, the crossed arrows, an inspection mark and R.P.10.95. The top of the unfullered blade carries 2 inspection stamps. The pommel carries the crossed out number 890. The chequered leather grips are in excellent condition with no cracks and are held on by 2 rivets. The bayonet is contained is a brass mounted black leather scabbard which is in excellent condition with good stitching. The price includes UK delivery. (Armoury). Sn 23239