Description
Indian Wars era US M1873 socket bayonet for .45-70 Springfield trapdoor rifle, original metal scabbard, leather frog. Attractive specimen in rare UNUSED condition; this type is scarce this nice and complete, considering the age.
Original Indian Wars era Model 1873 socket bayonet for .45-70 Springfield trapdoor rifle in rare UNUSED condition. This specimen still has most of its original bluing; it is in much better than average condition for the type. The heavy-duty triangular “spike” blade is about 18” / 46 cm long; the bayonet is about 21” / 53.3 cm overall; socket length is about 76 mm. The blade is straight with no scratches, nicks or dings; original tip is intact. The blade is sharply stamped US on ricasso. Original locking ring and the screw are intact; the ring rotates nicely. The bayonet retained over 95% of the original bluing; a few tiny surface rust spots are noted for accuracy (cleanable).
Original metal scabbard is in excellent shape, considering the age. No dents or dings on the metal; most of the original bluing is intact; a few surface rust spots are noted for accuracy. Leather frog is pretty dry but intact with all-original stitching; original round brass US disk and belt hook are nice and tight. The brass has not been cleaned; original patina throughout. During WW2 years a lot of surviving M1873 “spike” bayonets were cut-up to make trench daggers and fighting knives such as this one I have available for sale; this type is scarce this nice and complete.
This original US M1873 socket bayonet was part of a diverse collection of militaria items that I’ve recently purchased spanning from WW1 to Vietnam War era. This personal collection contains many interesting items, some are unique, but there is just too much work to list it all at the same time. Please check out my site periodically for new arrivals; I’ll be listing more items in the next few weeks. This original US M1873 socket bayonet has not been cleaned or tampered with in any way, it’s in 100% original “as is” condition. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the lot 😉 Don’t miss your chance to add this scarce Vietnam War era bayonet set to your collection!
I have several Vietnam War era knives and fighting knives, as well as some scarce WW1 and WW2 fighting daggers and trench knives available for sale – please take a look in the store’s Militaria section. For collectible knives and edged weapons Argo C&C accepts payments via credit cards, personal checks drawn from US-based accounts, certified US-based bank checks, and money orders. Take a look at the Payments section within our Terms and Conditions for mailing instructions and additional details. Please email me at info@argocoins.com if you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. Follow me on Facebook @argoman400BC to keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions.
USPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. WITH SIGN-FOR DELIVERY CONFIRMATION WILL BE $28 FOR THIS ITEM
International shipping for this item will be $99 and up to most countries on our “ship-to” list.
