During the American Civil War, well over 1,000,000 US Model 1855 .58 Caliber Socket Bayonets were produced by the Springfield Armory and some two-dozen contractors. Most of these bayonets bear no distinguishing markings aside from a “US” stamp.

This socket bayonet was manufactured - and modified - from the period of 1855 to about 1872. The Model 1855 saw extensive action in the Civil War and probably more of these were used than all other styles of available bayonets combined. They are typically American in design in that they do not have a blade "shoulder" and have deep fullers.

Blade length is about 18" and muzzle ring diameter is 0.781" (internal); socket length is 3".  It has been lightly cleaned to a semi-bright finish with a few localized areas of pitting. The neck is stamped “US”.  Locking ring is complete and secure with original tension screw.

A nice example of the ubiquitous M1855; ideal for display among any Civil War collection.   [cm] [ph:L]

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