Czech ‘M1923’ Long Bayonet and Scabbard. BAYO 2621. Bayonets

Czechoslovakia rapidly gained ascendency as an international arms producer, and after1922 rifles and bayonets were being made and exported, especially from the works of ZB, Ceskaslovenske Zobrojovka, Brno. The M1923 bayonet, manufacturing pattern 98/22 long is believed to be an export model and features the reversed cutting edge characteristic of earlier Austrian bayonets. This example is in very good condition for its years. The wooden grips are held with two studs above the crossguard and muzzle ring. There is No ‘7415’ printed to the top of the pommel. The blade is clean and appears to have been re sharpened. The pommel is in good condition and button and spring are working. Blade length: 38 ½ cm (51 ½ cm overall).The steel scabbard and stud retain 90% of their paint. See The Bayonet Book by John Watts and Peter White pages 52/53 No 125. The price includes UK postage. BAYO 2621.