Early French Model 1886 Lebel Rifle Bayonet Scabbard Hooked Quillon 1st Variant For Sale

French Model 1886 Lebel Rifle Bayonet, the original first versions of this epee bayonet was 25.12" which this one is, and has a hooked quillon, the 20.5" cruciform blade is in excellent condition with a cartouche on the ricasso area. Good looking alloy handle, scabbard looks good, slightly bent a bit, but does not affect bayonet sliding in and out. Scabbard serial is faded, but does not appear to match, guard shows cartouches and serial no.These bayonets reflected a major change in design by the French, and were used from 1886 to WWII. The original first model was a long bayonet, 25.12" OAL with a hooked quillon and a silver alloy handle which was permanently affixed. See photos.See our other Bayonets at TR-West