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Title Lebel bayonet, 1916 model
Nationality French
Period c 1916-40
Price £0.00
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This is the second model, without the quillon of the first pattern and with a simplified locking button. The rifle was introduced in 1886, the first nitro-celulose military rifle in Europe, never mind France. It saw extensive service in Indo-China, Africa and both world wars.

The blade measures nearly 20.5". There is a light grey patina to this and a slightly darker finish to the hilt iron. The hilt is bronze, with some minor bruising on the reverse. Sadly, there is no scabbard.

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[Edged Weapons : Bayonets : French : 20th Century]

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i received the baio - great item - thanks

D P, France, 29.11.2010

I am wholly delighted with the shako plate. [It] is a wee cracker. It is a real pleasure to have something combining both condition and quality in equal parts, and I simply could not be more pleased.

R H, UK, 08.01.2010

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