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British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet

British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet

$ 34.32

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Condition: Used
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Region of Origin: Great Britain
  • Conflict: WW I (1914-18)

    Description

    British Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet
    This is an original
    Pattern 1876 Socket Bayonet in untouched condition.
    This Pattern is an improved and redesigned Pattern 1853. It was the opinion of many that the Pattern 1853 was too short to make an effective fighting weapon when attached to the rifle. As a result, the Pattern 1876 was lengthened nearly five inches. The cross sectional shape of the 1876 was made equiangular, rather than being wider on the top as was the 1853. The Bayonet measures overall 25” long overall and has a 21-3/4” Blade. There is some spotting and light rust on the blade.
    This bayonet was also referred to as the "Long Common Socket Bayonet". Many of these were later converted for use on .303 Caliber Martinis by cutting down and bushing the socket. The sockets were bored, re-slotted and a new locking ring, stop and screw installed. After conversion, these bayonets hung below the rifle, instead of to the side. Converted 1876’s are sometimes referred to as the 1896 Pattern, but the correct designation is "Bayonet, Martini-Enfield, Triangular”.