WW1 French Model 1886/15 Lebel Rifle Bayonet Brass Handle Poinçon Markings 25" For Sale
$84.95
Item Description
Up for sale/sale is an authentic, original French Model 1886/15 Lebel infantry rifle bayonet. This is the modified wartime pattern introduced during World War I to streamline production for French troops.
Model:M1886/15 (Modified Pattern) Features authentic French arsenal inspector stamps (poincons) stamped directly into the blade ricasso base, showing two clear circled script letters. -WWI French Model 1886/15:Clearly states the exact historical model and war era. -Lebel Rifle BayonetBrass Handle, highlights the exact material variant.Poinçon MarkingsUses the technical French term for inspector stamps, which advanced collectors type directly into the search bar.Grip MaterialSolid Cast Brass (shows a beautiful, dark historic tarnish and aged patina) -Crossguard Style,Standard wartime squared block manufactured without the hooked quillon -Blade TypeStandard 4-sided quadrangular cruciform needle point * NOTE:Scabbard is not included *
This piece is in honest, battlefield-worn condition with excellent historical character. The long cruciform blade is full length and has not been shortened or altered. The steel surfaces (blade, crossguard, and muzzle ring) show uniform age-related oxidation, dark patina, and surface pitting as seen in the photos.
Please review all photos to get a closer look - Feel free to ask any questions - No returns - Thank you!
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