British, WW1, 1907 Lee-Enfield Sword Pattern Bayonet & Scabbard, Dated Jan 1917 by Sanderson

*British, WW1, 1907 Lee-Enfield Sword Pattern Bayonet & Scabbard, Dated Jan 1917 by Sanderson*

Approximate measurements: 42.9cm blade, 55cm overall
Marked on the ricasso: “Crown over GR (indistinct) over date mark: “1 ’17”, over maker “Sanderson”
Marked on obverse: “War Arrow”, and various proof marks – “Crown over 2D over E”, “Crown over 5Y over E”, “Crown over 5Y over E”, “X” bend mark”
Marked on the pommel: Regimental markings “481 over 23”

The Pattern 1907 bayonet, officially called the Sword bayonet, pattern 1907 (Mark I), was a British bayonet designed to be used with the Short Magazine Lee Enfield (SMLE) rifle. The Pattern 1907 bayonet was used by the British and Commonwealth forces throughout both the First and Second World Wars. The Pattern 1907 bayonet consisted of a one-piece steel blade and tang, with a crossguard and pommel made from wrought iron or mild steel, and a wooden grip secured to the tang by two screws. Originally the bayonet featured a hooked lower quillon intended for trapping an enemy’s bayonet and possibly disarming opponents when grappling. This was later deemed impractical and replaced with a simpler design from 1913. This example was made in January 1917 by Sanderson Bros. & Newbould Ltd. of Sheffield.

The original scabbard is a British No. I Mk. II scabbard with the teardrop frog stud.

*Condition*
This bayonet is in excellent condition with the expected patina of a weapon from WW1. The blade fits very snugly in the scabbard. The scabbard is in excellent condition with expected wear and tear but stitching intact. Please see pictures for more detail.

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