Original French M1874 Gras Bayonet by Steyr Werndl Dated 1879 with Scabbard - Colonial Anchor Markings Japanese Artwork & Posters New Jersey and boarded the

New Jersey and boarded the RMS Carmania

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A Fantastic example

but it also has a substantial 4 1/2 " tail which was designed for extra purchase with the use of the second hand for additional support

Two levers on the top of the barrel give it a very unique look

Original French M1874 Gras Bayonet by Steyr Werndl Dated 1879 with Scabbard - Colonial Anchor Markings Japanese Artwork & Posters New Jersey and boarded theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice early example of the long bladed bayonet for the French Fusil Modle 1874 "Gras" Rifle, first developed as a cartridge conversion of their Chassepot Fusil modle 1866 Needle Fire Rifle. The attachment dimensions were the same as the Chassepot, so the original "Yataghan" saber bayonets also fit, but the more modern straight design with the reinforced spine had superior penetrating power against any