{"product_id":"original-dutch-m-1895-mannlicher-infantry-rifle-t-back-bayonet-marked-hembrug-with-scabbard-frog","title":"Original Dutch M-1895 Mannlicher Infantry Rifle T-Back Bayonet marked HEMBRUG with Scabbard \u0026 Frog","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice Dutch\u003c\/span\u003e T-Back Sword bayonet for use with the M1895 Infantry Rifle. It is in very good condition, with an original leather scabbard and belt frog. For more information, please see Watts \u0026amp; White, \u003cem\u003eThe Bayonet Book\u003c\/em\u003e, Page 225 Item No. 500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cross guard is marked with serial number \u003cstrong\u003e1042 EE\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the body of the blade with \u003cstrong\u003eHEMBRUG\u003c\/strong\u003e. This was the trademark of Artillerie Inrichtingen, in Zaandam, referring to a swing bridge across the North Sea Canal that provided railroad access to the factory. This company began production of these bayonets in 1904, where previously foreign contractors had been used. There is also a \u003cstrong\u003eCROWN \/ H\u003c\/strong\u003e proof mark on the ricasso, for the inspector that passed it. There is also a \u003cstrong\u003eCROWN \/ Z\u003c\/strong\u003e proof on the pommel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bayonet and scabbard are in good condition, showing light wear and some age-related deterioration. There are unit markings stamped onto the back of the frog, which has become somewhat delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA really nice example, ready to add to your collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 13 7\/8\"\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Single Edge T-Back\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 18 5\/8\"\u003cbr\u003eCrossguard: 2 1\/4”\u003cbr\u003eScabbard Length: 15 3\/8\" + Frog\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41866690691141,"sku":"ONSV23WHS105","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV23WHS105__01.jpg?v=1721832400","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-dutch-m-1895-mannlicher-infantry-rifle-t-back-bayonet-marked-hembrug-with-scabbard-frog","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}