U.S. Model 1873 Springfield 45-70 Trapdoor Socket Bayonet British Lancer In 1929 a light-weight plastic

In 1929 a light-weight plastic fiber (Vulkanfiber) helmet was prototyped for general use by all fire-fighting units

mostly by native African soldiers

concrete tank barricades

Purchased directly from a veteran's family this is a very nice condition katana in standard Shin-Gunto Japanese Army fittings

this was a not cheap accessory when privately purchased during World War One

U.S. Model 1873 Springfield 45-70 Trapdoor Socket Bayonet British Lancer In 1929 a light-weight plasticNew Made Item: Top quality high carbon steel reproduction U. S. Model 1873 Socket Bayonet. This bayonet fits the M1873 Trapdoor Rifle. The blade and socket are blued, bayonet is 21" overall length, with a 3" socket, 18 11 16" blade and 16 5 8" face flute. This bayonet will fit the most of the later US Trapdoor Muskets and Rifles, please note some rifles vary (sight length, etc) so some fitting maybe required.