WW2 Canadian Army Spiked Bayonet No 4 In Packet of Issue

The WW2 Canadian Army Spiked Bayonet No 4 was standard issue for Canadian infantry during the Second World War, designed for use with the No 4 Lee-Enfield rifle. This bayonet features a distinctive cruciform spike blade, measuring approximately 8 inches in length, intended for thrusting rather than cutting. The body is constructed from blued steel for durability and corrosion resistance. Its socket mounting mechanism allows for quick attachment and removal from the rifle. The example offered here remains in its original wartime packet of issue, typically a sealed waxed paper or cardboard sleeve for preservation and ease of distribution. These bayonets were manufactured in Canada and the United Kingdom, supplied in large numbers to Commonwealth forces between 1941 and 1945. The No 4 spiked bayonet is notable for its utilitarian wartime design, reflecting the rapid and efficient production methods of the period. Collectors and historians value these bayonets as examples of Canadian military equipment from the era.