Indian Pattern No 1 MK II* Bayonet with unfullered blade, complete with Original Bayonet

Indian Pattern No 1 MK II* Bayonet with unfullered blade, complete with Original Long Scabbard. Bayo 47 - Bayo 47

An Indian Pattern No 1 MK II bayonet with unfullered blade and complete with the original long scabbard. This conforms to the No 1 MK II* style configuration but is marked on the blade as MK I*. This carries the date "1 43" denoting manufacture in January 1943 and the initials "JU" which is the unidentified factory listed in Skennerton's. As Skennerton states there were many anomalies during this period and there are many variations. The bayonet has an unfullered 12" long blade which is polished. It has slab grips secured by two screw bolts. The pommel has a push button release and clearance hole. The crossguard is straight. The ricasso is stamped on one side with inspection marks on one side and on the other with "MK I* 1 42 JU". The scabbard is the long scabbard and is leather with metal chape and locket. The scabbard has a large oval frog button and three rivets above. (see Skennerton's Page 347 to 351, item 154). This is a scarce bayonet and for collectors of the India Pattern bayonets, a desirable item. The price includes UK delivery. Bayo 47

£225.00