British Victorian Martini Henry Leather Scabbard

The British Victorian Martini Henry Leather Scabbard is an original accessory designed for use with the Martini-Henry service rifle, which was standard issue in the British Army from the late 19th century. Manufactured from durable leather, this scabbard was intended to protect and transport the bayonet when not in active use. It typically features stitched seams and a metal throatpiece to reinforce the opening, along with a securing strap or frog stud for attachment to a belt or equipment. Leather scabbards from the Victorian era often display maker’s marks, regiment stamps, or government acceptance stamps such as the Broad Arrow. These items offer insight into the everyday equipment carried by British infantrymen during the period, including during campaigns such as the Anglo-Zulu War and the Second Anglo-Afghan War. The scabbard represents standard military practice in safeguarding edged weaponry and reflects the materials and craftsmanship of late 19th-century British military gear.