Original Rare British Martini-Henry P-1875 Pioneer Sawback Sword Bayonet Modified for Snider Carbine with Scabbard Brunswick Parts This wonderful example comes complete

This wonderful example comes complete with all German WWII issue parts including a very rare bakelite butt-stock

with a functional spring catch

The markings on the surrounds are clear

Banks & Biddle

Two (2) dressings were issued to each parachutist

Original Rare British Martini-Henry P-1875 Pioneer Sawback Sword Bayonet Modified for Snider Carbine with Scabbard Brunswick Parts This wonderful example comes completeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition M 1875 Sawback bayonet, originally issued for the British Martini Henry rifle. These were unfortunately considered too short to combat soldiers on horseback, with only an 18" blade. In 1879 an improved 25 3 4" bladed Saw back Bayonet with a single bar handguard was adopted, replacing the shorter P 1875 bayonet. Most of the earlier bayonets were discarded or salvaged for their steel. This