This accouterment is an original Civil War socket bayonet made by the Collins & Company of Collinsville, CT. The total length of the bayonet is 21” long while the blade itself is approximately 17½” long.  This M1855 bayonet was made for the Colt Special Model rifle musket.

Maker’s mark “C & Co” is visible on the socket. A previous collector had circled it with a marker. Bold “US” is on the top flat of the blade and a four-digit serial number is on the neck. Locking ring and screw are very good. Blade surface is semi-bright and exhibits areas of fine scratches and there is one small ding on edge of blade; otherwise very good condition.

An original Collins & Company Civil War socket bayonet with its leather scabbard.  [jet] [ph:L]

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