The Pattern 1903 Bayonet retains the blade of the P1888
bayonet, this being doubled edged and 12.00 inches in length.
The bayonet is a modification of the P1888 retaining not only
the blade, but the crossguard also, however new pommels and
grips secured by two bolts are fitted.
Bayonets of the
Pattern 1903 can be either new production or modifications of
existing stocks of the P1888. Since dates of production are
stamped on to the blades it is easy case to identify that
modified old stock byonets will have dates prior to 1903,
those of new manufacture dates from 1903 on. All blades will
bear the pattern mark of 1903 below the crown and royal cypher
stamping. (Note:the actual date of manufacture, month and
year, are shown below this ). Despite being superceded by the
Bayonet Pattern 1907, this
bayonet continued in service up to and during World War 2.
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