A Superb Regimental 1856-8 Enfield Sword Bayonet

The rifle that this sword bayonet was designed for was the type used in the Indian Mutiny at the "Seige and Relief of Lucknow" The rifle we are selling seperately now sold. Excellent original patina to all the steel fittings and hilt. Chequered leather grip with rivets, and screw affixed retaining spring. Excellent Yataghan blade in stunning polish. Excellent leather. The regiments that used this bayonet sword took part in the Second Opium War, the Indian Mutiny and the Third Anglo-Burmese War.

We bought the entire small collection from the widow of a 'Best of British Empire Rifles and Bayonets, Both British and German' collector, who acquired them over the past 40 years, and only ever kept the very best he could afford to keep. Act fast they are selling really fast, three rifles and eight bayonets and a cutlass have sold in two days alone.Top quality and condition,19th and 20th century scarce British and German collectables are always the most desirable of all.

No scabbard

Code: 25150