FRENCH MLE 1874 GRAS BAYO W/ MATCHING NUMBERED SCABBARD - ST. ETIENNE 1878
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Reference Number: Avaluer:16225575 |
Very good condition and guaranteed original French Mle 1874Gras bayonet that is complete with matching numbered scabbard. Bayonet has St.Etienne Arsenal markings on the blade spine and dated February 1878. Blade hasoriginal bright finish with some scattered gray and brown patina and was neversharpened. Guard has brown patina. Brass pommel has nice mellow patina. Woodgrips have original finish and a good tight fit with some normal handlingmarks. Lock button and leaf spring funct...ions fine. Matching numbered steelscabbard has nice original blue metal finish showing very little wear, a littlelight pitting, and one tiny ding. A nice Gras bayonet with matching numbers.