French Chassepot Sword Bayonet A&A replicating the feel and handling

replicating the feel and handling of an original 1853 Enfield rifle

on the arms of the Western Confederate Forces

The Enfield 1858 was later used in the Boshin War and in Satsuma

this patch pays tribute to the heritage of Irish Naval Divers and Royal Naval Basic Divers

Its combination of exceptional mobility – being light enough to be carried by one man – and high rate of fire (of up to 900 rounds per minute) was unmatched

French Chassepot Sword Bayonet A&A replicating the feel and handlingModel 1866 Chassepot yataghan style sword bayonet and scabbard. Hand forged at ST Etienne on the 7th Oct 1872, as per inscription on the blade. Note Makers hallmarks on hilt and matching serial numbers on both bayonet and scabbard.