WW1 British BEF Lee Enfield Bayonet With Scabbard

The WW1 British BEF Lee Enfield Bayonet with Scabbard is a standard-issue edged weapon supplied to British Expeditionary Force troops during the First World War. Designed to fit the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) rifle, this bayonet features a single-edged, fullered blade, typically measuring approximately 17 inches in length. The hilt is constructed with wooden grips secured by two bolts and includes a steel crossguard and pommel, providing durability and secure attachment to the rifle. The accompanying metal scabbard is fitted with a leather body and steel throat and chape, designed for secure carrying and protection of the blade. Issued widely from 1907 onwards, this bayonet saw extensive use in trench warfare throughout the conflict. Markings on the ricasso commonly indicate the manufacturer, date of manufacture, and official acceptance stamps, providing valuable information for collectors and historians. This item represents a significant component of British infantry equipment from the First World W