AUSTRIAN BAYONET FOR LORENZ RIFLE MODEL 1854 AND WANZL RIFLE MODEL 1862 AND 1867, 19th century. 27953-51R
Square-section blade, socket with a unique fixing system with a helical slot, in use in Austria and Bavaria, but with typical Austrian regimental markings at the elbow. Square-shaped barrel bands. With typical Austrian inspection proof marks.
Total length: 563 mm
Socket diameter: 19 mm
Socket length: 79 mm
Austro-Hungarian Empire.
19th century.
Very good condition. Missing scabbard.
Lorenz rifles manufactured in Austria between 1854 and 1867 were used during the American Civil War (1861-1865), with 225,000 used by the Union and 100,000 used by the Confederacy, as well as during the Austro-Prussian War (1866).
Reference :
27953-51R