BAYONET, sapper and miner model 1845
United Kingdom / India
19th century
Steel
Long. total: 69.7; Long. blade: 56.5 cm

Straight blade with one edge and one counter-edge, fuller, marked “HEIGHINGTON” on the back, punched with a “4” surmounted by a “P”.
Triple slotted socket, acting as a handle, marked “LXXVIII”, control hallmarks.

Ref.: 6352

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