French Model 1866 Chassepot Sword Bayonet With Brass Grip & Steel Scabbard. Bayonet

Matching Numbers French Model 1866 Chassepot Sword Bayonet With Brass Grip & Steel Scabbard. Bayo 96 - Bayo 96

This is a nice example of the French model 1866 Chassepot sword bayonet (See 'Bayonets From Janzen's Notebook' Page 69 item 1). It is also stamped on the back top edge of the blade. This model was manufactured by several countries and this one was manufactured in Chatellerault in 1873. The steel single edged blade with fuller is undamaged with just light staining consistent with age. The blade is 22 1/2" long (27 1/4") overall. It has the correct steel hooked quillon with muzzle ring. It is stamped with the number "AB54258" which is also stamped on the top edge of the scabbard. It has a ribbed brass grip with flat spring and steel push button. It is complete with the correct scabbard made of sheet steel. The scabbard has no dents and has it's original strap bar. Price includes UK delivery. Bayo 96

£245.00