Original German Reissued French M1866 Chassepot Saber Bayonet by Châtellerault Arsenal with Scabbard - German Regiment Marked and dated 1868 Japanese Uniforms after beatings

after beatings

This is a fantastic genuine Great War 82nd Infantry Division hand painted camouflage helmet complete with its original liner

and the oil cloth sweatband base layer has some damage

The hachimaki is in good condition

There is some wear on the edges of the crown

Original German Reissued French M1866 Chassepot Saber Bayonet by Châtellerault Arsenal with Scabbard - German Regiment Marked and dated 1868 Japanese Uniforms after beatingsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the long "yataghan" saber bladed bayonet for the French Fusil Modle 1874 "Gras" Rifle, Fusil modle 1866 "Chassepot" Needle Fire rifle. These were very often cut down or altered later on in their service life, but this example still has the original full length 22 3 4 inch long blade, with an overall length of 27 1 2 inches. It also has lived an interesting life, as this 1868 dated