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While looking for an original enfield bayonet, I found this on e-bay and wanted to see if I could get any opinions. The price seems awfully low.
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Looks like Chinese characters on the flat of the blade... textbook markings for Far Eastern theatre.Last edited by ThehosGendar; 05-24-2004, 08:12 PM.Jason R. Wickersty
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Re: bayonet opinions wanted
Originally posted by Thehos Gendar
Looks like Chinese characters on the flat of the blade... textbook markings for Far Eastern theatre.
Enfield bayonet stampings varied. I think the price is "so low" since there are still over five days till the end of the auction...
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I believe it is a Nepalese or Indian Enfield bayonet. They are pretty common these days. I wouldnt buy it with out a micrometer reading of the inside diameter of the socket, as it could be for a Martini Henry.Robert Johnson
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I can't quite tell whether the letter under the crown is a B for Birmingham or an R. Under magnification, it looks like an R. Rajapoor maybe? Skennerton doesn't list that inspection mark in The Broad Arrow I'd be inclined to agree with Mr. Johnson. The X is the bend test mark, which was used in both England and India. It would be interesting to see if there is a regimental mark or rack number on the socket.
Why's it so cheap? Badly rusted, no locking ring, no scabbard. If it goes above $25, somebody's getting fleeced.Michael McComas
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good points -- thanks
I sent an email asking about the socket measurement. no response yet.
I was thinking if it goes cheap, I might be able to get the rust off as long as it isnt badly pitted.Comment
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If you buy it, shoot me an email at p58enfield@rica.net, and I can put you in touch with a guy who has original locking rings.Michael McComas
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Thanks I'll do that.Comment
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