Ricasso marked: H.H.& Co British retailers. Engraved with an Arabic prayer on both sides.
This pattern 1856-58 British Sword Bayonet was designed for the Model 1853 .577 calibre Enfield rifled infantry short-musket. In addition to being issued to British units, these rifles and bayonets were also sold in large quantities to both Union and Confederate forces during the American Civil War.
The 573mm blade features a flat spine with a broad single fuller on both sides. The Yataghan-style blade has a 180mm upper false edge. The ricasso is stamped with H.H.& Co. The blade has been overwritten with an Arabic prayer on both sides. It is thought that this was captured in Afghanistan possibly during the second Anglo-Afghan War 1878-1880, where it was then engraved with a prayer from the Quran.
The beaked pommel, with a well-rounded end, houses a broad and deep T-shaped attachment slot. A short lead to the mortise slot confirms this as a true 1856 model. The small, plain press stud on the left side operates the locking catch via a long steel leaf spring recessed within the right side of the pommel and grip. The back of the pommel is straight and flat, with the underside rounded, meeting the grips vertically. The two-piece black chequered leather grips are secured by four small steel rivets on the left side, while the right grip is held by three rivets and the leaf spring securing screw. The straight steel crosspiece has a lower guard that tapers to a swept-forward disc finial, and an upper guard that forms a full muzzle ring topped by a swept-forward oval finial. The interior muzzle ring sits almost flush with the tang of the blade, with an internal diameter of approximately 21mm.
*Condition*
This bayonet is in good condition especially given its varied history! The push button is very stiff and has limited movement. The blade is in excellent condition. The grip shows some wear and tear particularly where it meets the pommel. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
£595.00Original price was: £595.00.£495.00Current price is: £495.00.
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