Historical information

This type of bayonet was reputed to have used by British troops during the ill fated Zulu War.

Significance

Long lived extensively used during its llfe.

Physical description

Bayonet Sword 1860 Martini Henry Rifle.

The pattern 1853/ 72 was called a brushed model as they were modified from 20mm diameter to 18.1 mm diameter by a process then called brushed to fit the new martini henry rifle.
The 2nd battalion 24th foot had been in south Africa longer and still had the older pattern bayonet instead of the newer 1876 pattern socket bayonet which had been issued to 1st battalion at Isandlawana
The M1853/72 Martini - henry bayonet comes complete with a brass mounted leather scabbard.(No scabbard included with this example)

Inscriptions & markings

1860 Martin Henry Bayonet Sword.(No scabbard included with this example)