British, Pattern1858 Yatahgan Sword Bayonet And Scabbard. Sn - 23240 Bayonet

This is a good example of the 1858 pattern yataghan sword bayonet and scabbard. Due to the British being unable to produce enough blades for the bayonets, man were imported from Germany. This blade was made by the German manufacturer Alexander Coppel GmbH (Alcoso), Solingen and carries their scales logo on the blade together with WD, an acceptance stamp and a crown over 13 b acceptance stamp. The bayonet carries the number 0946 on the crossguard which is repeated on the top of the leather on the scabbard. The yataghan blade is 578mm long with a muzzle ring diameter of 21.4mm. The grips are made of chequered black leather held by steel pins. The scabbard is made of black leather with steel top mount and chape. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23240