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A very early WW1 British Enfield bayonet made by Sanderson - Sheffield. I have personally had this bayonet for 30+years and unlike many other similar examples this one retains its suede frog in excellent condition. I confess to cleaning it many years ago but it does not appear to have had a detrimental effect. The blade is heavily marked with the military broad arrow and accountability numbers. As you can tell from the pictures it has never been apart. Although used in huge numbers at the time this pattern is becoming hard to find in good condition.