Original French M1866 Chassepot Saber Bayonet by St. Étienne with Scabbard - Matching Serial Night Sights this is a fantastic untouched

this is a fantastic untouched example which is ready for display

Purchased directly from the family of a WWII Veteran of the Pacific Theater

due its increased practicality

retaining their Orpo rank structure and insignia

Original French M1866 Chassepot Saber Bayonet by St. Étienne with Scabbard - Matching Serial Night Sights this is a fantastic untouchedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the long "yataghan" saber bladed bayonet for the French Fusil Modle 1874 "Gras" Rifle, Fusil modle 1866 "Chassepot" Needle Fire rifle. These were very often cut down or altered later on in their service life, but this example still has the original full length 22 3 4 inch long blade, with an overall length of 27 1 2 inches. The spine of the bayonet is very faintly marked St. tienne,