WW1, Original, French,’ Épée-Baïonnette Modèle 1886 Modifié 1915′ or Lebel M1886/15 Bayonet and Scabbard Badge with a variety of manufacturers

with a variety of manufacturers contributing to the supply

Simply open the lid and glide the handle back and forth—the ingenious mechanism automatically hones and strops the blade to perfection

it represents the practical design and durability required by soldiers in demanding conditions

A scarce and historically important European military cartridge

WW1, Original, French,’ Épée-Baïonnette Modèle 1886 Modifié 1915′ or Lebel M1886/15 Bayonet and Scabbard Badge with a variety of manufacturersThe French Model 1886 bayonet was developed for use with the Model 1886 rifle (see FIR 7986). It featured a distinctive 52cm cruciform shaped blade. This version is of a type produced during the First World War, from 1915 onwards. The orginal alloy hilt was replaced by one made of brass in this model.