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Bayonet Pattern 1888 Mk 1 later type

Description

Bayonet designed for attachment to Lee Metford and Long Lee Enfield Rifles, also suitable for .303 Martini carbine. This example has the Mk I oil hole in the grip and later type rivets. A brass crown attached to the grip may suggest a ceremonial or presentation function.

Marks and Stamps: (Ricasso) 12 93 WILKINSON. LONDON WD proof marks and broad arrows (Grip) Crown 49 W (Pommel) Serial no

Specifications

Accession Number: 328 Period of Use:
Type: Bayonet War Zones:
Country of Origin: UK Type Date: 1888
Manufacturer: Wilkinson, London Serial Number: 1095
Manufacture Date: 1893 Calibre/Ammunition:
Weight: Length Overall:
Cyclic Rate: Length Barrel:
Deactivation Certificate Number: N/A

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