Original Item: Only One Available. Now this is a lovely example of a British WWI era P-1907m bayonet that was among the 10,000 that were purchased by Siam in 1919. It is in near unissued condition with the only real wear present on the grip. These bayonets were “sanitized” of their original British markings and then restamped with Siamese markings, like this one being the “Wild Tiger” head on the ricasso.

The British "Pattern of 1907" Bayonet was developed for the No.1 MkIII Enfield rifle, often called the SHT.LE, SMLE, S.M.L.E., "Smelly" etc. The P-1907 replaced the earlier P-1903 bayonet, which was a double edged bayonet based on the P-1888 bayonet of the Lee-Metford rifle. The P-1903 had been developed for the "Long" Magazine Lee-Enfield, which was 49.6 inches in overall length. With the introduction of the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield in 1904, the 12 inch bayonet was no longer considered long enough for the 44.6 inch SMLE, so the 17 inch bladed 1907 was developed.

In its original form, the P-1907 had a hooked guard (quillon), which was then removed from the pattern in early WWI due to the questionable use and increased production time. Unlike the 1903, the 1907 had a single edged blade that was less wide, but made of thicker stock.

Both the bayonet and the all steel scabbard are in wonderful condition with a functional bayonet lock. The scabbard is straight and has no noticeable dents, if any in the scabbard.

A lovely, rather uncommon variation that comes more than ready for display.

Specifications:
Blade Length: 17"
Blade Style: Single Edge with Fuller
Overall length: 21 3/4"
Crossguard: 2 1/2”
Scabbard Length: 17 5/8"