A very strong and honest example of the iconic French M1886/15 Lebel bayonet, complete with its matching numbered scabbard and original leather frog. This is a 1915 configuration with brass grips and straight quillon.  An excellent example.

Blade
The distinctive cruciform (épee-style) blade remains in excellent condition, retaining a bright, clean finish throughout. The blade presents very well, showing hardly any signs of wear. This bayonet has clearly been well looked after and stored well.

Hilt & Grips
The original grips were made with nickel-silver alloy, but after 1914 brass grips were introduced as certain metals became scarce. The cross-guard muzzle ring and block are in excellent condition with the spring loaded button working in perfect order. Manufactured without the hooked quillon, reflecting the simplified wartime production changes. Serial number A60175  is clearly stamped on the block and matches the scabbard.

Scabbard
The steel scabbard is undented, and retains 95% of its original colour finish. Matching serial number present A60175, confirming the two pieces have always lived together. The bayonet draws from the scabbard smoothly with a snug, correct fit.

Frog
Complete with its original French leather frog in excellent condition. The leather remains supple, with all stitching intact and tight. This is the reinforced variation, identifiable by the additional brass rivets — a later improvement introduced after earlier frogs were found to fail in wet conditions.

Overall
A complete and highly collectible example of the M1886/15 Lebel bayonet. Matching numbers, strong bluing, excellent blade, and leather frog make this a desirable piece.

Historical Note
The M1886 Lebel bayonet, often referred to as the “Rosalie,” was the standard bayonet of the French Army throughout the First World War. The 1915 modifications simplified production, introducing brass grips and removing the hooked quillon. Its long, needle-like blade was designed for thrusting and became one of the most recognisable bayonets of the war.

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