Italian Piedmont Bayonet, Kiesling Page 319
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $225.00

Original era manufacture. Brass handled bayonet with a double edged blade measuring 450mm, or 17.75 inches in length. The blade presents a darkened steel finish with scattered areas of corrosion pitting and a slightly rounded point. Cast brass hilt with a very dark patina and a working lock mechanism. According to Kiesling, these were intended for the Model 1844, 1848 and 1857 Bersagliere Carbine and the 1844 Artillery Rifle.