British MkI Enfield Pattern 1887 Martini Sword Bayonet with Buff Frog and Scabbard. 22100. Bayonet

A 2nd pattern Enfield Martini rifle was produced and the records for the years 1887 & 1888 indicate that 23,569 second pattern bayonets were manufactured. The 2nd pattern Enfield Martini bayonets were modified and subsequently became the pattern 1887 Mark I sword bayonet. This was approved on 13th May 1887. Blade length; 18.312”, overall length; 23.625” (muzzle; 18mm). The blade is in good condition with staining consistent with its age. One side of the ricasso is marked ‘/87 crown over VR and the other ‘WD’ below Broad Arrow and ‘crown E over 58’. The spine has markings shown in the images, and the pommel is stamped ‘47’, see images. The fish scale grips are good and intact with a few minor use related marks. The leather scabbard is in good order with all stitching in place and is marked ‘44’ to the throat. The frog has the Broad Arrow and other markings as shown in the images. See pages 318/382 No 792 of The Bayonet Book by Watts & White for similar. The price includes UK delivery. 22100. (Box 3)