This is the Belgian Model 1916 Long-Bladed Bayonet and Scabbard that was manufactured for the Model 1889 Mauser Rifle and would have been carried by Belgian troops during WW1 and afterwards. When Belgian was occupied by German forces in 1914, production of the rifle was moved to both France (Paris) England and America. These bayonets were very much products of the shortages prevalent towards end of the First War and overall finish is simple and rough, particularly the blade – that is exactly how they were made.
Cruciform-type blade and tubular scabbard
With wooden slab grips attached by steel screws. Cruciform-type blade with small oval manufacturing stamp to the forte. Complete with steel tubular scabbard. Blade length is 17.5 inches (22.5 inches overall).
GOT ANY QUESTIONS? PLEASE FEEL FREE TO E-MAIL ME AT: sales@militariahub.com
Sorry, this item is now SOLD but please view my bayonets for sale
To see more antique bayonets for sale please click here
DO YOU COLLECT ANTIQUE SWORDS?
DO YOU WANT TO KNOW THE VALUE OF YOUR SWORDS?
IF SO, YOU NEED TO PURCHASE THESE FULL COLOUR BOOKS!!
CLICK IMAGES TO BUY YOUR SWORD BOOKS!!