December 10-13, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/10/2024
Lot consists of five British Land Pattern bayonets with various unit markings. All measure 17" down the blade, except one that measures 16 - 3/4". Overall lengths are 21 - 1/2", with one measuring 22". (A) with a "Crown / X", "SG", and "TB" proofs, with a "1" and traces of a maker mark under the "SH", maker's mark "[D]EAKIN". Engraved "W / E8" at socket. (B) With "(Crown) / 29", "B", and another marking that is heavily softened, with traces visible when rolled in the light. With some finish added. (C) With "(Crown) / 6" and "HADLEY" on base of blade. CONDITION: Ane vent mixture of smooth dove grey and soft chocolate patina, with some flashes of darkness on blade, mostly on upper half. (D) With "(Crown) / 29" "78" and two additional proofs on base of blade that are illegible. CONDITION: With a smooth brown patina throughout, some some other areas with more recent patina, primarily to recesses. (E) With a crown over numeral proof, indistinct, but perhaps "31"? and two other proofs at base of blade, indistinct. Engraved "D/6" at socket. CONDITION:" Very good, essentially gunmetal grey throughout with some scattered darkness and oil staining discoloration. Some delamination to socket.