Vintage French M1886 Lebel Bayonet Rosalie Brass Handle Hooked Quillon Scabbard For Sale

• Design & History: An authentic vintage French M1886 Lebel rifle bayonet, affectionately nicknamed \"Rosalie\" by French troops during World War I. It is historically significant as the companion edge weapon to the Lebel Model 1886, the first military rifle in the world to use smokeless powder.
• Blade Construction: Features the iconic, needle-like cruciform (cross-sectioned) épée blade. This unique four-sided design was engineered specifically for deep thrusting and durability in trench combat rather than slashing.
• Hilt Details: This particular example is an early pattern featuring a solid brass handle and a distinct, pronounced hooked quillon. The hook was originally designed to catch opposing blades and assist in stacking rifles, a feature that was famously removed on later M1886/15 models to simplify wartime production.
• Measurements: The bayonet measures 26\" long overall while secured in its metal scabbard. The blade itself is 20 1/2\" long, the brass handle is 4 3/4\" long, and the scabbard measures 21\" long.

Item Condition: This bayonet is in good overall condition, showing expected small areas of age and use with a solid brass handle and a firm-fitting scabbard - see photos for a full condition assessment.