Italian M1891 Carcano TS Bayonet

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Very rare Italian WW1 M1891/1900 Carcano TS Bayonet

This bayonet was for use with the M1891 TS Carbine 2nd variant which had a unique transverse bayonet lug requiring the bayonet to be placed over the muzzle, then slid sideways on to the bayonet lug from left to right. This arrangement required the bayonet's press stud to be at the rear of the pommel.

This example was made at Fabbrica Nationale d'Armi, Brescia (National Arms Factory at Brescia).

The 298mm single edged blade has a deep single fuller on both sides and a “T”-shaped spine and is clean and bright. The blade has sustained some damage with four uniform indentations along the blade and spine on both sides. The ricasso is marked with the word “Brescia” and the obverse ricasso bears an oval cartouche containing the letters “MA.”

The steel quillion has a ball finial and is stamped with an “M” over laid with an “A” and the number “2525.”

The wooden grip scales are in mint condition and the steel pommel is clean and rust free. The unusual rear press-stud mechanism is in good working condition.

The fluted steel scabbard is in generally good condition with minor dings and scratches consistent with its age and service.

Over-all and despite the dings to the blade this is an above average example of a very rare Italian bayonet.

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