French M1842/59 carbine bayonet, suitable for cavalry carbines and short infantry carbines of the mid-19th century. The Mle 1842/59 is a classic Second Empire sword bayonet with a robust, fullered yataghan blade and a finial cross guard with an integral muzzle ring, as well as a brass ribbed hilt with a press stud locking catch.
Marked on the spine of the blade “Mre Impale de Chat, Fev(?) 18(?)5 (???) 1842”, with usual French inspection marks on the ricasso.
Dimensions (approx.)
Overall length: 690mm (27.25 in)
Blade length: 570mm (22.5 in)
Socket internal diameter: ~23mm
Condition
Good. Steel shows light surface pitting. The blade profile is correct with no major bends or chips. Maker and inspection marks from Châtellerault are hardly legible.
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