WW2 British Army Spike Bayonet

The WW2 British Army Spike Bayonet was introduced as a standard issue for the British armed forces during the Second World War, primarily designed to accompany the No. 4 Lee-Enfield rifle. This model features a distinctive all-steel construction, with a cruciform or simple spike blade measuring approximately 8 inches in length. Unlike previous sword-style bayonets, the spike bayonet was intended for ease of manufacture and functionality during mass wartime production. The bayonet consists of a round or cruciform cross-section spike, a socket for mounting to the rifle, and a simple locking mechanism to secure it in place. Its utilitarian design reflects the urgency and material constraints of wartime Britain. The spike bayonet was widely used by British and Commonwealth forces throughout various campaigns and remains a recognizable example of mid-20th-century military equipment. Items may show signs of age and service consistent with their period of use.