A M1853 bayonet, yatagan sword type

Norman McCormick · 1st October 2009, 05:38 PM

Hi David,
I think this is the 1856 pattern infantry sword bayonet. These bayonets were adapted at various times to fit different rifles including the Snider and Martini Henry. I believe Indian detachments were kitted out with these items, including the bayonets of course, as they became obsolete/superseded by newer models introduced into the regular U.K. based British Army. Hope this is of some help.
Regards,
Norman.

1st October 2009, 05:38 PM	#2
Norman McCormick Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,613	Hi David, I think this is the 1856 pattern infantry sword bayonet. These bayonets were adapted at various times to fit different rifles including the Snider and Martini Henry. I believe Indian detachments were kitted out with these items, including the bayonets of course, as they became obsolete/superseded by newer models introduced into the regular U.K. based British Army. Hope this is of some help. Regards, Norman. Attached Images Last edited by Norman McCormick; 1st October 2009 at 09:51 PM.