This edged weapon was made to fit the muzzle loading P-1858 British Naval rifle. Orders for this type of cutlass bayonet were manufactured in Birmingham, England and Liege, Belgium. The P-1859 cutlass bayonet is found in three models.

This bayonet is of the second model. It features grips of heavy, checkered, black leather riveted to the tang. Leather is strong and tight and in excellent condition. Grips are protected by a wide, tapered steel basket. Inside surface of basket retains original black paint. Cutlass has a very heavy, unfullered steel blade that measures 27” long, 1½” wide and is almost straight with just the slightest curve. Located on the hilt of this cutlass bayonet is an iron muzzle ring that is flush to the top of the grips. Blade tip features a 12” long false edge on the top. Blade surface is bright. No edge nicks. Reverse ricasso exhibits a maker’s stamp, worn but reads “CHAVASSE”, while the blade’s obverse has an English inspector’s stamp. Blade spine is stamped with another small English inspector’s mark. Pommel is grooved on the top flat to lock onto the rifle. A 2½” long, iron leaf spring secured by a screw is fitted flush into the grips and pommel.

Leather scabbard is in good condition overall. Scabbard is complete and all parts remain. Leather body exhibits heavy wear to the finish with moderate loss. Stitching remains complete, tight and unbroken. Iron throat and tip have a dark patina. Both pieces remain well attached to the leather body by way of a single “staple” on each. Tear-shaped stud remains on throat piece.

This cutlass bayonet is a seldom-seen edged weapon in very good overall condition complete with original scabbard.   [jet]

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