Bayonet intended for the 1866 Chassepot rifle, widely manufactured and used in the Franco-Prussian War. Went out of service with the introduction of the Gras rifle and bayonet in 1874
Marks and Stamps: (Back of Blade) Mre d'Armes de St Etienne (Illegible)… (Quillon) Serial no F 72Accession Number: 58 | Period of Use: |
Type: Bayonet | War Zones: |
Country of Origin: France | Type Date: 1866 |
Manufacturer: Manufacture d'Armes de St Etienne | Serial Number: 60099 |
Manufacture Date: Unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: |
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Deactivation Certificate Number: N/A |