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SOLD SOLD (28/10) British P1887 MK.III Enfield Martini Sword Bayonet and Scabbard. BAYO 810. - BAYO 810 The 3rd pattern Enfield Martini bayonet was approved on the 22nd of June 1888 and was similar to the 2nd pattern, but the blade is unfullered. A 2nd pattern Enfield Martini rifle was also produced and the records for the years 1887 & 1888 indicate that 23,569 second pattern bayonets were manufactured. The 2nd pattern Enfield Martini bayonets were modified and subsequently became the pattern 1887 Mark I sword bayonet. This was approved on 13th May 1887. Blade length; 18.3, overall length; 23.6 (muzzle; 18mm). The blade is in good condition with staining consistent with its age. One side of the ricasso is marked /88 and the other WD below Broad Arrow and E over 25. The spine has markings, and the pommel is stamped 6762, see images. The fish scale grips are good and intact with a few minor use related marks. The leather scabbard is in good order with all stitching in place and has markings to the throat. The polished steel furniture is good, with minor use related knocks, which are visible in the images. See pages 382 No 794 of The Bayonet Book by Watts & White for similar. The price includes UK delivery. BAYO 810. (Box 3) £0.00
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