The drawn bayonet meas. approx. 21.75 inches from point to pommel. The blade is finished bright and meas. approx. 17.00 inches long with a central fuller. Edges is free of nicks but the blade surface does show a few spots of oxidation. The ricasso is blued on both sides. One side is stamped with a faint Kings crown above the strong date “1907.” Below this is an inspection date of “7 ‘17” and at very bottom is the maker’s name “WILKINSON.” The opposite side of the ricasso is marked with an “X” bend test mark and a broad arrow. Stamped below the arrow is “4W” over “E” with “26” next to it. Left of the arrow mark is another crown surmounted by a cross over “BB” over “E.”

Iron elliptical cross guard is also blued. Grip is made of wood with an iron pommel. Wood is held by two screws and the pommel has a working button type lug attachment.

Scabbard is of black leather with steel top mount and chape. Leather is in very good condition. Top mount has a stud for attaching to a frog. The back of the scabbard throat is marked with inspector’s initials.

This type bayonet was used by the British and Commonwealth Forces in both World Wars.  [ad] [ph:L]

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