Original French M1874 Gras Bayonet Converted to Chilean Police Sidearm with Scabbard U.S. Badges the Copper Plaque 5 1/2"

the Copper Plaque 5 1/2" x 6 1/4"

which were often used more as tools than weapons

Uniform regulations for the Marinehelferinnen personnel was published in late 1942 and early 1943

The cap band has a silver washed alloy acanthus leaf wreath

Original French M1874 Gras Bayonet Converted to Chilean Police Sidearm with Scabbard U.S. Badges the Copper Plaque 5 1/2"Original Item: Only One Available. This Chilean Police Sidearm began life as a long bladed bayonet for the French Fusil Modle 1874 "Gras" Rifle. It featured a more modern straight design with the reinforced spine had superior penetrating power against any type of armor. These were very often cut down or altered later on in their service life, just as this example has been. The blade has been shortened to just under 11 inches, and the hilt entirely