British 1856/58 Pattern Naval Issue Enfield Sword Bayonet

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Naval Issue Enfield P1856 Sword Bayonet British 1856/58 Pattern Naval Issue Enfield Sword Bayonet #2 British Enfield 1856 Yataghan Bayonet British 1856/58 Pattern Naval Issue Enfield Sword Bayonet #4 British 1856/58 Pattern Naval Issue Enfield Sword Bayonet #5 British 1856/58 Pattern Naval Issue Enfield Sword Bayonet #6 British 1856/58 Pattern Naval Issue Enfield Sword Bayonet #7 British 1856/58 Pattern Naval Issue Enfield Sword Bayonet #8 Naval Issue Bayonet
This pattern 1856 British sword bayonet was made for the Model 1853, .577 calibre Enfield rifled infantry short-musket. As well as being issued to British units, these rifles and bayonets were sold in large numbers to both the Union and Confederate armies during the American Civil War. 

The 584mm yataghan blade has a flat spine and broad single fuller on both sides. The recurved (Yataghan) blade has a 180mm upper false edge. There are some minor scratches along the blade consistent with sharpening and cleaning and some small patches of tarnish. The ricasso bears a clearly stamped anchor within an oval, suggesting that the bayonet was for naval issue. There are no additional stamps on the blade. This suggests that the bayonet may have been for continental, colonial or volunteer use.

The iconic steel crosspiece with cockscomb and button finials is bright and free of rust. The interior of the muzzle ring is flush with the tang of the blade and there is no lead to the mortice slot, indicating that this is the 1856/58 re-worked model. This re-working did not result in a new pattern designation, merely the addition of the two digit date to the original designation of the 1856 model bayonet, making it P1856/58. The early 1856 pattern bayonets have a short lead to the mortice slot. The internal muzzle ring diameter is approximately 20.5mm.

The press-stud and external spring locking mechanism work perfectly and the sharply beaked pommel bears a stamped numeral 212 over a lozenge containing a circle. The leather grip scales are in good condition.

The bayonet is complete with its original leather scabbard with steel mounts. The scabbard is in excellent condition. The steel furniture is free of rust or damage, with a pale patina. The leather is in excellent condition and the stitching is intact and tight.

This is a scarce bayonet in very good condition and used for naval service.

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