SWORD-BAYONET model 1886-15
France
19th century
Steel, brass
Long. total: 63.9; Long. blade: 52 cm
Brass handle, numbered "4437".
Quadrangular cross-section blade.
Control punches.
Steel sheath with conical shape, bracelet and bridge, spherical chape button.
Bayonet used for all firearms in the Lebel system.
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