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Pattern 1879 Artillery Saw Back Bayonet

Pattern 1879 Artillery Saw Back Bayonet

Description

Variant of 1879 artillery bayonet with 9.5" saw-back. Intended for Martini artillery rifle. Later versions have larger ring to fit carbine (see FTA 30)

Marks and Stamps: (Ricasso) arrow WD crown E 59 1/85 E /89 (Pommel) 47

Specifications

Accession Number: 39 Period of Use:
Type: Bayonet War Zones:
Country of Origin: UK Type Date: 1879
Manufacturer: Unknown Serial Number: none
Manufacture Date: 1885? Calibre/Ammunition:
Weight: Length Overall:
Cyclic Rate: Length Barrel:
Deactivation Certificate Number: N/A

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