WWI Modified Canadian Ross Mk II Bayonet and Scabbard BAYO 344. Bayonet

This is a nice Mk II Ross bayonet with a modified blade profile. This modification was authorised in October 1915 to give better penetration over the more rounded original blade shape tip. The pommel carries the Canadian Government ownership mark of an arrow within a Capital C, the Ross factory inspection mark of a crown over 4 and the date of manufacture 11 over 7/15 (July 1915 date). The other side carries Ross Rifle Co. Quebec Patented 1907. Both of the grips carry the Ross factory inspection mark. The spine of the tang also carries 2 Ross factory inspection stamps. The scabbard is the Mk II version with a wider belt loop and internal locket and chape and carries the Canadian Government ownership mark of an arrow within a Capital C. See British and Commonwealth Bayonets by Skennerton & Richardson item C7 on pages 300-304.The price includes UK delivery. BAYO 344.