As you know, President Trump has decided that all USA citizens must pay import taxes on any items bought from overseas. He has withdrawn the $800 pre-tax allowance on imports and has also cancelled the exemption for antiques.
The amount of import tax payable is dependent on the country of manufacture of the item, NOT where it was bought/imported from.
For example,
The tariff on UK made items is 10% of the total amount, including the shipping fee.
On items manufactured in mainland Europe, the tariff is 15%.
Some countries incur a much higher percentage.
President Trump has insisted that these fees be paid BEFORE the item is imported, or the parcel will be refused entry into the US.
This basically means that Bygone Blades has to collect the US import tax from you and submit it to the carrier, who in turn pay the US customs.
After you have made your purchase, you will receive a separate invoice for the new import tax specific to the item purchased. This will need to be paid before your purchase is shipped.
This Indian No.1 Mk III* bayonet was made in May 1944 at the Rifle Factory Ishapore. As with many bayonets of this pattern, poor communication between the Government and the producers resulted in the incorrect pattern being stamped on the blades’ ricasso. Pattern markings on Indian bayonets of this period was very hit and miss.
The 308mm single-edged blade has a rounded spine and is un-fullered. The blade terminates in an asymmetrical point with an upper edge measuring 64mm. The blade retains its blued finish and is in very good condition with a service sharpened edge.
The ricasso is stamped with the Royal cypher of King George VI, Emperor of India, a crowned G.R.I, over the incorrect Mk II* pattern designation. The manufacture date of 5 ’44 (May 1944) is stamped above the maker’s mark. R. F. I. The obverse ricasso bears three inspection/acceptance stamps.
The cross-piece, muzzle ring and distinctive squared pommel are in very good condition and retain their original blued finish. The pommel is stamped with the serial number 9135. The locking catch is in crisp working order. The squared wooden grip scales are in good condition with use-related marks. The scales are fixed firmly to the parallel tang with two screws.
The bayonet is complete with its shortened black leather scabbard with steel locket and chape. The scabbard is in very good condition. The leather is strong and the stitching is intact. The steel locket and chape retain their original finish. The bayonet sheathes and draws smoothly and is held firmly within the scabbard.
£165.00
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