Collectible Firearms and Edged Weapons

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P.O. Box 8327 Fredericksburg, VA 22404-8327 USA

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Bayonets & Fighting Knives

Austria
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Brazil
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Chile
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Czechoslovakia
Denmark
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France
Germany
Greece
Holland
Hungary
Italy
Iran
Japan
Mexico
Norway
Poland
Romania
Russia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
United Kingdom
United States
Uruguay
Venezuela
Yugoslavia
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Austria
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Austro-Hungarian M.1917 Mannlicher Ersatz Bayonet (Replica)

Price: $25

Inventory # bay_0142

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DESCRIPTION: This is an Indian made replica of scarce Austro-Hungarian M.1917 Mannlicher ersatz bayonet. Originally, this type of the bayonet was manufactured late during the World War Two for M.88, 90 and 95 rifles and carbines. Made in India and accordingly marked on the muzzle ring. Single edged blade. Good quality. CONDITION: Very good+. The bayonet is covered by uniform patina. The blade is in very good condition. (Janzen p. 12/1)

Argentina
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Belgium
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Venezuelan/Uruguayan M.1900 (Mauser M. 1871/84) Bayonet

Price: $250

Inventory # bay_0315

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DESCRIPTION: The bayonet is very similar to Belgian M.1889 Mauser bayonet, as it was in fact manufactured by FN (or its sub-contractor), but it was ordered by Venezuela for German Mauser M.1871/84 rifles. No maker's marks. Complete with black painted steel scabbard. These bayonets were imported from Venezuela in 1980-s along with minty Mauser M.1871/84 rifles. Both rifles and bayonets were most likely never issued and survived in excellent to near mint condition. This is an original version of M.1900 bayonet with the quillon intact (many bayonets of this type had quillon removed by South American arsenals). Some collectors believe that this type of bayonet was also used by Uruguay. This bayonet will also fit M.1888 Commission rifle. CONDITION: Near mint. Blade is in near mint, unsharpened condition. Scabbard is free of any dents and has about 99%+ of black finish. Wooden grips are in excellent+/near mint condition. (Janzen p.241/2)

Belgian M.1868 Terssen Bayonet

Price: $325

Inventory # bay_0272

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DESCRIPTION: This bayonet was issued with Terssen Model 1868 rifle (carbine). This rare bayonet is similar to the French Chassepot bayonet, however, it does have a different blade fuller as well as different markings. Brass hilt. Complete with correct steel scabbard. 22.5 inch yatagan style blade. Belgian markings are present on both, blade and hilt. The blade shows a date, "1869". The crossguard shows the following markings, "R 2998". The scabbard shows the following markings, "AB 90099". CONDITION: Overall condition is very good+. Blade shows some dark spots, occasional pitting and some wear. Scabbard shows some patina and surface rust, but no dents. Brass grip is in fine condition. Careful cleaning will greatly improve condition of this bayonet. (Janzen p.16/2)

Brazil
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Canada
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Canadian Ross M.1910 Mark II Bayonet

Price: $325

Inventory # bay_0306

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DESCRIPTION: Canadian Ross M.1910 Mark II bayonet with a second pattern blade. Complete with leather/steel scabbard with leather frog displaying Canadian property markings, "Broad Arrow, R.R.C. 19/6, Mk. II". The steel part of the hilt displays following markings, "Ross Rifle Co. Quebec Patented 1907", and on the opposite side, "Crown over 4, Broad Arrow, 11, 1/16" and some other smaller marks. CONDITION: Overall condition is fine. Blade shows some dark stains. The scabbard is in excellent condition. The leather frog is in fine condition. The wooden grips are in very good/fine condition with some dings and handling marks. (Janzen p.25/3)

US Marked Canadian Ross M.1905 Mark II Bayonet

Price: $245

Inventory # bay_0305

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DESCRIPTION: US marked Canadian Ross M.1905 Mark II bayonet. No scabbard. The wooden grips of the bayonet display "Flaming Bomb over US, P758". The steel part of the hilt displays following markings, "Ross Rifle Co. Quebec Patented 1907", and on the opposite side, "Crown over 8, Broad Arrow, 08, 8 - 10" and some other smaller marks. This type of bayonet was used with the Ross rifle for training US troops during World War One. CONDITION: Overall condition is fine. Blade shows some sharpening marks. The wooden grips are in fine condition with some light handling marks. (Janzen p.25/1 and p.222/1)

Canadian Ross M.1910 Mark II Bayonet

Price: $195

Inventory # bay_0304

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DESCRIPTION: Canadian Ross M.1910 Mark II bayonet with a second pattern blade. No scabbard. The steel part of the hilt displays following markings, "Ross Rifle Co. Quebec Patented 1907", and on the opposite side, "Crown over 4, Broad Arrow, 11, 8/16" and some other smaller marks. CONDITION: Overall condition is fine. Blade shows some dark stains and some sharpening marks. The wooden grips are in fine condition with some light handling marks. (Janzen p.25/3)

Chile
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China
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Czechoslovakia
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Denmark
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Finland
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France
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Germany
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German KS 98 Kurz Dress Bayonet

Price: $130

Inventory # bay_0216

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DESCRIPTION: Short, carbine style blade with a maker, or a retailer markings, "A. Wi..., Solingen"(fading). Two piece black hardened rubber grips. Complete with all steel scabbard painted in black. CONDITION: Overall in fine condition. Blade is nice and clean, but shows some sharpening marks. Scabbard is free of dents and has about 95% of original black paint finish. The grips show some usual handling marks. Consignment. (Janzen p.84/4).

Book: "German Uniforms and Bayonets 1841-1945"

By Klaus Lubbe

Price: $20

Inventory # geb_0004

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DESCRIPTION: In English and German languages. Over 300 period photos of German soldiers armed with bayonets. Includes studio poses, barracks room & parade ground views, pictures taken in the field. A great look at bayonets, uniforms, helmets & other accouterments as they were actually worn. A great reference book for German bayonets collector. High quality publication. New. Hard cover. 165 pages. Dimensions: 12 x 8.5 inch. Published by Niemann in Hamburg, Germany in 1999. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

Greece
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Holland
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Hungary
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Hungarian M.91/30 Socket Bayonet

Price: $95

Inventory # bay_0005

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DESCRIPTION: Hungarian M.91/30 Mosin-Nagant socket bayonet. High polished blue finish. Made in Budapest and accordingly marked with "02". CONDITION: Near mint with 98% blue still on the blade. These bayonets were issued with Hungarian M.91/30 Mosin-Nagant sniper rifles!

Italy
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Iran
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Japan
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Mexico
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Norway
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Norwegian M.1894 Krag Jorgensen Bayonet (Matching #)

Price: $250

Inventory # bay_0311

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DESCRIPTION: Norwegian Krag M.1894 bayonet. Marked on the blade with several Gothic letters under crown. Made by Kongsberg arsenal, Norway. Complete with steel scabbard. Matching serial numbers on the bayonet and scabbard! CONDITION: Overall condition is very good+. Blade is in fine condition, with some sharpening marks. The hardwood grips shows some cracks. No dents to the scabbard. (Janzen p.151/1) 

Poland
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Polish Radom Made Recon Knife M.1950

Price: $225

Inventory # dag_0084

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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Polish recon knife M.1950. Complete with original blued steel scabbard. Made in Radom Arms Factory in 1955, as indicated by markings on the blade. Blade is also stamped with "11" in the circle (Radom). CONDITION: Excellent. Blade is very clean and sharp. The wooden grip is free of any handling marks. The scabbard is free of dents. 97-98% blue is still present on the scabbard and steel parts of the grip. Beautiful knife in very collectible condition!

Reworked Polish wz.1928 Mauser Bayonet

Price: $200

Inventory # bay_0200

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DESCRIPTION: Reworked Polish World War Two wz.1928 bayonet. The bayonet was completely refinished. The scabbard was nickel plated. All the steel parts of the bayonet were polished and cleaned. Extra checkering and a layer of varnish was added to the wooden grips. Marked on the blade "PERKUN", "WP" and Polish Eagle. Polish made scabbard. Version without the flashguard and with the muzzle ring. CONDITION: Very god+, as altered. Blade shows some spots of metal roughness. There is also some metal roughness and a couple of small dents under the nickel on the scabbard.

Book: "Antique Arms and Armor No.16"

Price: $10

Inventory # plb_0015

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DESCRIPTION: Polish language magazine published by Antique Arms and Armor Association in Katowice, Poland. Contents: "Markings on the Polish Edged Weapons 1918-1939" ( a must for Polish bayonet and sword collector!), "Wheellock", "Symbols on Polish Military Czapka". Many color and black and white photographs and drawings. New. Paperback. 60 pages. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

POLISH TITLE: "Dawna Bron i Barwa Nr.16".

Romania
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Russia
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Imperial Russian Berdan M.II Socket Bayonet

Price: $975

Inventory # bay_0297

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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Imperial Russian Berdan M.2 socket bayonet. The Russian books calls the bayonet "Model 1870", while Janzen calls it "Model 1871". This was the first Russian bayonet with quadrangular blade and with screwdriver tip. Serial number is stamped on the base of the blade. The base of the blade also displays Izhevsk Arms Factory arsenal markings, "Bow and Arrow". Overall length is 23 inch. Blade length is 20.50 inch. CONDITION: Excellent. Original finish with about 90% of blue still present on metal. The balance is in white, mixed with some light patina. All the Russian markings on the socket and blade are clearly visible. The locking ring works fine. (Janzen p.163/2)

Imperial Russian Socket Bayonet For Jaeger Percussion Rifle M.1856, Infantry Percussion Rifle M.1858 and Krnka M.1856/69 Rifle

Price: $295

Inventory # bay_0260

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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Imperial Russian socket bayonet for jaeger percussion rifle M.1856, infantry percussion rifle M.1858 and Krnka M.1856/69 breech loading rifle. The bayonet may fit some other early Imperial Russian breech loading rifles converted from percussion rifles (Baranov M.1869, Krnka M.1855/66). Large number, "4" is stamped on the base of the blade. There are no other markings on the bayonet. Overall length is 22.5 inch. Blade length is 19.75 inch. CONDITION: Poor to fair. The bayonet is in "as found", uncleaned, unrestored condition. The bayonet shows surface rust with metal roughness/pitting. The locking ring works fine. There is some surface rust inside the socket. (Ref.: "Bayonets of the World" by By Alexander N. Kulinsky, pp. 298-299, #243)

Soviet M.1891/30 Mosin Socket Bayonet

ON HOLD

Price: $75

Inventory # bay_0256

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DESCRIPTION: Standard Russian WWII Mosin-Nagant M.1891/30 bayonet. Serial number is stamped on the cruciform blade. CONDITION: Fine. Nice finish with about 82% of blue still present on the metal. Pre-WWII quality machining and polishing. (Janzen p.164/3)

Spain
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Spanish M.1941 Mauser Bayonet with Leather Frog

Price: $175

Inventory # bay_0303

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DESCRIPTION: Spanish Mauser M.1941 saber bayonet with a black leather frog. The blade displays following markings, "Royal Crown, FN, TOLEDO". The serial number is stamped on the opposite side of the blade. Bolo-type blade. Complete with steel, black painted scabbard. CONDITION: Excellent. Wooden grips are in excellent condition as well. Very clean blade with some polishing marks. Very nice scabbard without any dents. The leather frog is in fine condition. (Janzen p.177/1) 

Spanish M.1941 Mauser Bayonet

Price: $95

Inventory # bay_0302

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DESCRIPTION: Spanish Mauser M.1941 saber bayonet. The blade displays following markings, "Royal Crown, FN, TOLEDO". The serial number is stamped on the opposite side of the blade. Bolo-type blade. Complete with steel, black painted scabbard. CONDITION: Fine. Wooden grips are in excellent condition. Very clean blade with some polishing marks. Scabbard shows some small dents. (Janzen p.177/1) 

Spanish M.1893 Mauser Bayonet (Toledo 1898)

Price: $125

Inventory # bay_0301

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DESCRIPTION: Spanish Mauser M.1893 bayonet. The blade displays following markings, "ARTILLERIA F-CA DE TOLEDO 1898". The serial number is stamped on the crossguard. No scabbard. CONDITION: Fine. Wooden grips are in excellent condition. Nice blade without any sharpening marks but with some dark spot of patina. (Janzen p.175/1)

Scarce Spanish Slant Pommel Bayonet for M. 1944 Air Force Issue Mauser Rifle

Price: $195

Inventory # bay_0300

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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Spanish slant pommel bayonet for the M.1944 Mauser Spanish Air Force issue short rifle. No scabbard. The blade does not display any markings. Single edge blade with a fuller. Original hardwood grips. CONDITION: Fine. The hardwood grips are in fine condition as well, with some minor handling marks. Very clean blade.

Spanish M.1969 Mauser/CETME Bayonet

Price: $65

Inventory # bay_0207

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DESCRIPTION: Spanish M.1969 saber bayonet used for CETME, FR7 and FR8 rifles. The blade displays Spanish eagle and TOLEDO maker's markings. The serial number is also stamped on the blade. Bolo-type blade. Complete with scabbard. CONDITION: Excellent. Plastic grips are in excellent condition as well. Very clean blade without any sharpening marks. Very nice scabbard without any handling marks. (Janzen p.177/3)

Sweden
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Switzerland
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Swiss M.1918 Schmidt Rubin Bayonet

Price: $195

Inventory # bay_0291

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DESCRIPTION: Beautifully machined Swiss army bayonet. This bayonet was issued with M.1911 and M.1931 Schmidt Rubin rifles. Double edged, heavy blade. The maker's markings, "Elsener Schwyz" are stamped on the blade. Steel scabbard. CONDITION: Excellent. The blade is in excellent condition. The scabbard is free of any dents. The scabbard has about 86% of original blue finish. (Janzen p.187/1)

Swiss Peabody M.1863 Socket Bayonet

Price: $250

Inventory # bay_0205

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DESCRIPTION: Standard Swiss bayonet for Peabody rifle. The bayonet will fit Swiss M.1863 Peabody rifle. Full length quadrangular blade. Swiss markings and serial number are stamped on the bayonet. The blade length is 19.5 inch. The overall length is 21.75 inch. The thickness of the cruciform blade at the base is 16 mm x 12 mm. CONDITION: Excellent. The bayonet has 96% of blue finish. The locking ring works fine. (Janzen p.184/1)

Turkey
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Turkish M.1890 Mauser Bayonet

Price: $675

Inventory # bay_0289

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DESCRIPTION: Scarce Turkish Mauser M.1890 bayonet. This is unshortened, unmodified bayonet with a full length blade (18.25 inch). Arabic markings on the blade and on the grip, including "Tughra" of Sultan Abdul Hamid II (please, see pictures). Correct leather scabbard with steel fittings. Turkish half-crescent and star are present on all major steel parts of bayonet and scabbard. CONDITION: Fine. The blade shows some occasional patina and some small dark stains. All the Arabic markings are still visible. The scabbard is in fine condition, as well. (Janzen p.191/2).

United Kingdom
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British No.4 Mk. II* (SMLE No. 4) Bayonet

Price: $55

Inventory # bay_0309

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DESCRIPTION: British spike bayonet for SMLE No.4. Manufactured in large quantities. Complete with original Mk.I black painted steel scabbard. CONDITION: Overall in excellent condition. (Janzen p.61/1). 

British No.7 Mk. I - Land (SMLE No. 4) Bayonet

Price: $275

Inventory # bay_0308

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DESCRIPTION: Very interesting bayonet for the SMLE No.4 rifles. The blade is identical with the Jungle Carbine bayonet. The bayonet features a swivel pommel which allows the bayonet to be fitted on No.4 Lee Enfield rifles. The blade displays following markings, "No.7 Mk.I/L". Complete with steel, black painted scabbard. CONDITION: Fine. Red plastic grips are in excellent condition. Very clean blade. Nice scabbard without any dents, but with some finish wear. (Janzen p.62/3) 

English P.1895 Martini Enfield Socket Bayonet

Price: $185

Inventory # bay_0283

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DESCRIPTION: English Martini Enfield P.1895 socket bayonet. Complete with an original leather scabbard with brass fittings. English War Department markings are present on the blade and on the scabbard. The blade length is 22 inch. CONDITION: Very good. Full length blade shows some scattered patina, some pitting and some surface rust. All the markings are clear. The locking ring works fine. The stitching on the scabbard's leather is coming apart. Small piece of leather is missing from the upper part of the scabbard. (Janzen p.47/3)

English P.1895 Martini Enfield Socket Bayonet

Price: $125

Inventory # bay_0254

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DESCRIPTION: English Martini Enfield P.1895 socket bayonet. English War Department markings are present on the blade. Missing the scabbard. The blade length is 22 inch. CONDITION: Very good+. Full length blade shows some scattered patina and surface rust. All the markings are clear. The locking ring works fine. (Janzen p.47/3)

British Pattern 1907 Mark I - SMLE Bayonet (by Wilkinson)

Price: $115

Inventory # bay_0230

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DESCRIPTION: British Pattern 1907 Mark I - SMLE bayonet. Made by Wilkinson in 1907, as indicated by markings on the blade. Wooden grips are secured with two large screws. Missing the scabbard. Several maker and British military markings are stamped on both sides of the blade close to the crossguard. CONDITION: Overall in fine condition. Blade is in fine condition as well. The wooden grips show some handling marks. (Janzen p.57/3)

English P.1876 Martini Henry Socket Bayonet

Price: $125

Inventory # bay_0223

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DESCRIPTION: English Martini Henry P.1876 socket bayonet. English War Department markings are present on the blade. Missing the scabbard. The blade length is 22 inch. CONDITION: Good+. Full length blade shows a mixture of surface rust, pitting and patina. All the markings are clear. The locking ring works fine. (Janzen p.47/1)

English P.1876 Martini Metford Socket Bayonet

Price: $125

Inventory # bay_0145

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DESCRIPTION: English Martini Metford socket bayonet. Standard P.1876 bayonet with the socket bushed for Metford barrel. English War Department markings are present on the blade. Some Indian characters are also stamped on the blade. Missing the scabbard. CONDITION: Very good+. Full length blade is in very good condition with some light surface rust and patina. All the markings are nice and clear. The locking ring works fine. (Janzen p.47/2)

Book: "The Handbook of British Bayonets, A Buyer's Guide"

By Skennerton

Price: $10

Inventory # aub_0014

DESCRIPTION: This pocket reference is a companion to ‘British & Commonwealth Bayonets’ with notes and dimensions of all the bayonets from that volume. The back cover features inch and centimeter scales for measuring muzzle ring diameters, blade, overall and scabbard lengths to assist in ready identification. This booklet may be useful at gun shows to identify British bayonets. Not illustrated, but each bayonet is described in detail, including exact dimensions. New. In English language. Paperback, 5¾ x 4 in., 64 pp, not illust., saddle-stitched binding, 1986. ISBN 0 949749 05 2. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

United States
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U.S. Bayonet M4 (for M1 Carbine)

Price: $165

Inventory # bay_0314

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DESCRIPTION: U.S. Bayonet M4 for M1 carbine. Leather grip. The crossguard displays following markings, "Flaming Bomb, U.S. M4, Utica". Complete with M8A1 scabbard. CONDITION: Very good/fine. The blade is in good condition with some dark stains. The leather grip is in very good condition with some handling marks. The scabbard is in fine condition. (Janzen p. 227/4)

US Marked Canadian Ross M.1905 Mark II Bayonet

Price: $245

Inventory # bay_0305

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DESCRIPTION: US marked Canadian Ross M.1905 Mark II bayonet. No scabbard. The wooden grips of the bayonet display "Flaming Bomb over US, P758". The steel part of the hilt displays following markings, "Ross Rifle Co. Quebec Patented 1907", and on the opposite side, "Crown over 8, Broad Arrow, 08, 8 - 10" and some other smaller marks. This type of bayonet was used with the Ross rifle for training US troops during World War One. CONDITION: Overall condition is fine. Blade shows some sharpening marks. The wooden grips are in fine condition with some light handling marks. (Janzen p.25/1 and p.222/1)

US M.1873 Springfield Trapdoor Socket Bayonet

Price: $275

Inventory # bay_0290

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DESCRIPTION: US M.1873 socket bayonet for Springfield "Trapdoor" in .45-70 caliber. The bayonet comes with original steel scabbard with leather hanger. The latter displays a brass plate with the "US" markings. Full length triangular blade. "US" markings are also stamped on the blade. The blade length is 18 inch. The overall length is 21 inch. CONDITION: The bayonet is in excellent condition with about 95-96% of nice, original blue finish still present on metal. The socket shows some minor spots of peppering and/or patina. The locking ring works fine. The scabbard is in fine condition. There are two small dents in the lower part of the scabbard. The finish on scabbard is in white mixed with scattered brown patina. The leather hanger is in fine condition as well. (Janzen p.203/3)

Uruguay
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Venezuelan/Uruguayan M.1900 (Mauser M. 1871/84) Bayonet

Price: $250

Inventory # bay_0315

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DESCRIPTION: The bayonet is very similar to Belgian M.1889 Mauser bayonet, as it was in fact manufactured by FN (or its sub-contractor), but it was ordered by Venezuela for German Mauser M.1871/84 rifles. No maker's marks. Complete with black painted steel scabbard. These bayonets were imported from Venezuela in 1980-s along with minty Mauser M.1871/84 rifles. Both rifles and bayonets were most likely never issued and survived in excellent to near mint condition. This is an original version of M.1900 bayonet with the quillon intact (many bayonets of this type had quillon removed by South American arsenals). Some collectors believe that this type of bayonet was also used by Uruguay. This bayonet will also fit M.1888 Commission rifle. CONDITION: Near mint. Blade is in near mint, unsharpened condition. Scabbard is free of any dents and has about 99%+ of black finish. Wooden grips are in excellent+/near mint condition. (Janzen p.241/2)

Venezuela
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Venezuelan/Uruguayan M.1900 (Mauser M. 1871/84) Bayonet

Price: $250

Inventory # bay_0315

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DESCRIPTION: The bayonet is very similar to Belgian M.1889 Mauser bayonet, as it was in fact manufactured by FN (or its sub-contractor), but it was ordered by Venezuela for German Mauser M.1871/84 rifles. No maker's marks. Complete with black painted steel scabbard. These bayonets were imported from Venezuela in 1980-s along with minty Mauser M.1871/84 rifles. Both rifles and bayonets were most likely never issued and survived in excellent to near mint condition. This is an original version of M.1900 bayonet with the quillon intact (many bayonets of this type had quillon removed by South American arsenals). Some collectors believe that this type of bayonet was also used by Uruguay. This bayonet will also fit M.1888 Commission rifle. CONDITION: Near mint. Blade is in near mint, unsharpened condition. Scabbard is free of any dents and has about 99%+ of black finish. Wooden grips are in excellent+/near mint condition. (Janzen p.241/2)

Yugoslavia
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Books about Bayonets
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Book: "Antique Arms and Armor No.16"

Price: $10

Inventory # plb_0015

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DESCRIPTION: Polish language magazine published by Antique Arms and Armor Association in Katowice, Poland. Contents: "Markings on the Polish Edged Weapons 1918-1939" ( a must for Polish bayonet and sword collector!), "Wheellock", "Symbols on Polish Military Czapka". Many color and black and white photographs and drawings. New. Paperback. 60 pages. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

POLISH TITLE: "Dawna Bron i Barwa Nr.16".

Book: "Plug Bayonet"

By M. Proszynski

Price: $10

Inventory # plb_0083

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DESCRIPTION: In Polish language, with French and German languages summaries. The book presents history and development of plug bayonet. Black & white pictures and line drawings of bayonets. New. Soft Cover. Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 inch. 52 pages. Published in Warsaw, Poland in 1989. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

POLISH TITLE: "Bagnet Szpuntowy".

Book: "German Uniforms and Bayonets 1841-1945"

By Klaus Lubbe

Price: $20

Inventory # geb_0004

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DESCRIPTION: In English and German languages. Over 300 period photos of German soldiers armed with bayonets. Includes studio poses, barracks room & parade ground views, pictures taken in the field. A great look at bayonets, uniforms, helmets & other accouterments as they were actually worn. A great reference book for German bayonets collector. High quality publication. New. Hard cover. 165 pages. Dimensions: 12 x 8.5 inch. Published by Niemann in Hamburg, Germany in 1999. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

Book: "The Handbook of British Bayonets, A Buyer's Guide"

By Skennerton

Price: $10

Inventory # aub_0014

DESCRIPTION: This pocket reference is a companion to ‘British & Commonwealth Bayonets’ with notes and dimensions of all the bayonets from that volume. The back cover features inch and centimeter scales for measuring muzzle ring diameters, blade, overall and scabbard lengths to assist in ready identification. This booklet may be useful at gun shows to identify British bayonets. Not illustrated, but each bayonet is described in detail, including exact dimensions. New. In English language. Paperback, 5¾ x 4 in., 64 pp, not illust., saddle-stitched binding, 1986. ISBN 0 949749 05 2. Shipping in the USA: $4.50 for the first book, and $1.50 for each additional book.

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