BRITISH 1879 PATTERN MARTINI HENRY SAW BACK SWORD BAYONET

This is a British 1879 pattern Martini Henry Artillery Carbine Saw Back Sword Bayonet, this one looks to be dated 1895 with other stamping on the blade, on the spine of the handle there other stampings which potentially could be regimental markings but unsure, the blade measures 65.3cm long. This is an age restricted item. Proof of age must be provided. U.K. Sales Only.Check out our YouTube channel below.https://m.youtube.com/results?sp=mAEA&search_query=chase+militaria+This is a fine specimen of an early production, scarce 1879 Pattern sawback bayonet, bearing stamps indicating possible reissue during the Boer War. The sawback bayonet was designed for use alongside the Martini Henry Artillery Carbine. Two bayonet patterns were initially considered, with the final approval given to a 25.75-inch blade sword bayonet featuring a sawback. RSAF Enfield spearheaded the development of both the carbine and the bayonet, initially manufacturing 5,000 of the new carbines in 1878.Despite their relatively brief official usage period from 1879 to 1900, these artillery swords were extensively deployed in various campaigns including those in India, Afghanistan, Egypt, Sudan, the South African Boer Wars, and China during the Boxer Rebellion. Acting more as swords than bayonets, they served as versatile tools in the field. The saw feature would have been particularly useful for clearing brush, and whether wielded as a sword or affixed as a bayonet, it would have been formidable against any adversary.