Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Bayonet |
Catalog Number |
1989.58.04 |
Maker |
St. Etienne Armory |
Date |
1879 |
Material(s) |
Steel; wood; brass; |
Dimensions |
H-25.5 W-4 D-1.25 inches |
Description |
This is a French M1874 "Gras" sword bayonet (Part a) with a solid brass pommel with integral latching mechanism (push-button/spring-steel) and wood grips. It has a steel crossguard with upper guard being the muzzle-ring and the lower guard forming a hooked "blade-breaker" quillon. The blade is 20.5". The blade is steel - well made - and triangular (3-edge) in form (very sturdy as a thrusting weapon). Part b, the scabbard is a blued steel with ball tip. |
Collection |
Louisville Museum of Natural History & Science Collection |
Event |
World War I |
People |
3M St. Etienne Armory |
Subjects |
Arms & armament Weapons Bayonets |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |