Rifle Factory Ishapore Bayonet

This is a nice WW2, 1943 dated Indian Pattern No. 1 MK II* bayonet and leather scabbard. This is one on the many variations of these bayonets and a large collection could be amassed of all the different patterns and variations with this pattern bayonet. This bayonet has a false edge tip to the blade and the ricasso carries 7 43 (July 1943 manufacture) over R.F.I. (Royal Factory Ishapore). And crown over ‘G.R.I.’. See Skennerton item 154 on page 349 for similar and pages 346 – 351 for full descriptions of all the variations. The rounded pommel has the correct release button which operates smoothly, and it has a clearance hole. The scabbard is a cut down No1 with steel mounts and a black leather body dated ‘1942’. The green webbing frog is in good order *see images* The price includes UK Delivery. BAYO 394.