WW2 Australian No 1 Mk3 Enfield .303 Bayonet With Scabbard

The WW2 Australian No 1 Mk3 Enfield .303 Bayonet with Scabbard is a standard-issue military bayonet produced for the Australian armed forces during the Second World War. Designed specifically for the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) rifle, this bayonet features a single-edged, fullered blade typically measuring approximately 43 centimeters in length. The handle consists of two wooden grip scales secured by screws, with a steel pommel and crossguard. The locking mechanism allows secure attachment to the rifle’s muzzle. The scabbard is constructed from steel and is designed to fit and protect the blade during transport and when not in use. Australian manufacture of the No 1 Mk3 bayonet is distinguished by specific markings on the ricasso and scabbard, indicating the maker and year of production. These bayonets saw widespread service with Australian and Allied forces and are representative of the infantry equipment used throughout the conflict.