Lot 382:
World War II Indian No. 1 MK II Pattern Bayonet for Lee-Enfield Rifle
Sold for: $65
Description
A World War II era British Commonwealth No. 1 MK II Indian Pattern bayonet for use with the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield No. 1 Mk III* rifle. This model, produced at the Rifle Factory Ishapore, features a long, straight, single-edged unfullered steel blade with a spear point. The hilt consists of a steel crossguard with a muzzle ring, a steel bird’s head pommel with a spring-loaded locking catch and cleaning hole, and two smooth wooden grip scales secured by two slotted bolts. The obverse ricasso is stamped with a British Imperial Crown over the GRI monogram for King George VI, the model designation MK II, the production date 9 43 (September 1943), and the manufacturer initials RFI. The reverse ricasso features multiple Ishapore inspection stamps including IS 68, IS 284, and IS 451.
Condition report:
Good overall condition. The metal components exhibit an aged patina with some oxidation and minor pitting visible on the blade and pommel. The blade edge shows a few small nicks. The wooden grips show typical handling wear including dings and staining but remain tightly secured and structurally sound. The pommel catch is functional. No scabbard is included.
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