Original Chinese WWII Contract M-1924 Ersatz Bayonet - Belgian-Made from P-1853 Socket Bayonet with Original Scabbard
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Original Item. Only One Available. This is a very rare model of bayonet, the first of its kind we have offered. These all-metal bayonets are believed to have been produced in Belgium following the First World War for export to the Republic of China. This example appears to utilize a Pattern 1853-style triangular blade. The blade is unmarked, so it is unclear whether it was salvaged from an earlier socket bayonet or newly manufactured in the 1920s, when this bayonet was assembled.
This example shows heavy oxidation and the ersatz handle is painted black, with heavy wear to the paint and finish. Due to the oxidation, the bayonet lock no longer functions. The blade measures 16⅞” and the overall length is 21⅞”. From what information we can find, the black paint is original to the period, and is normally nearly gone on most examples.
The ersatz type scabbard is leather with a brass drag and wrapped leather throat. It measures 19 ⅛” and is in good shape with some loss of stitching but nothing serious.
A very rare example, ready for display.
Specifications:-
Blade Length: 16 7/8"
Overall length: 21 7/8"
Scabbard Length: 19 1/8”
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