C1760 Revolutionary War British Dragoon Bayonet. BAYO 613. Bayonet

Bayonet for a circa 1760s British light dragoon carbine.( Dragoons were originally a class of mounted infantry, who used horses for mobility, but dismounted to fight on foot. From the early 17th century onward, dragoons were increasingly also employed as conventional cavalry and trained for combat with swords and firearms from horseback. While their use goes back to the late 16th century, dragoon regiments were established in most European armies during the 17th and early 18th centuries; they provided greater mobility than regular infantry but were far less expensive than cavalry. For reference see "The Socket Bayonet in the British Army" page 98. This piece is 18 ½ “overall, 14″ blade, 3.9″ socket and inside diameter of 26mm. Blade is marked with "C" which is a Smiths mark. The metal surfaces show stains, light scattered pitting and old patina. This piece shows slight variations of dimensions from the various bayonets shown on the pages 98 to 102 of the aforesaid reference. A less than common British military bayonet. The price includes UK delivery. BAYO 613.