Indian 1907 Pattern, Sanderson Bayonet Dated 1914 Scabbard and Leather Frog. BAYO 392. Bayonet

An Indian 1907 Pattern, Sanderson bayonet dated August 1917 with sharpened tip (False Edge) and leather scabbard. This bayonet has been re-issued in WWII. As in Australia and Britain, India adopted a modification for sharpening of some No I bayonets (in 1926 the Patt.1907 bayonet nomenclature was changed, in line with Britain). The form of the false edge is different to the British and Australian models, although it is likely that a variety of grinding styles may be encountered in the Indian False Edge. The bayonet has a polished 17" blade with fullers. The ricasso is stamped with Indian inspection marks ‘24’ and on the other side with ‘1907 10’14 -Oct 1914 manufacture’. The blade is in excellent condition. The bayonet has a straight 'waisted' crossguard. The slab wood grips are secured with two screw bolts. The pommel has the push button release, which operates smoothly and clearance hole, and is stamped ‘L.D.VN. 456’. The scabbard has a round frog stud and has a metal chape and locket. It is leather and in good condition. (see page 346, item 149 in Skennerton's 'British & Commonwealth Bayonets book). The price includes UK delivery. BAYO 392.