Original U.S. Naval M-1870 Brass Hilted Bayonet- Yataghan Russian/Soviet Militaria since they resembled the Bren

since they resembled the Bren so closely

the need for some type of lock became apparent

Simply Amazing

Blade length is approximately 26" and overall length 36"

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Original U.S. Naval M-1870 Brass Hilted Bayonet- Yataghan Russian/Soviet Militaria since they resembled the BrenHalf Original Item: See "The American Bayonet 1776 1964" by Albert N. Hardin Jr., page 101, top illustration: U. S. Navy Rifle, Model 1870, a Remington Rolling Block Rifle, breechloader, was first fitted with a "yataghan" or (yatagan) down sloping blade, a hang over from the muzzle loading design, together with a solid Bass hilt and cross guard with cast Crossed Cannons and Anchor Naval design. This was almost immediately replaced by the straight