Original Russian Model 1891 Mosin-Nagant Socket Bayonet - 2nd Pattern French Uniforms the top example having just

the top example having just a few scratches

The original steel Nose Cap is in the white and is in fine condition with minor brown patina streaks

aged 93 leaving this wonderful heritage from his experiences in WW2 for us all to treasure

The pistol is generally in a very good condition regarding the wood and brass mounts and it is the brass mounts that make this item so interesting

The Red Tin Set comes enclosed in its original cardboard "outer" carton completely covered in illustrated advertisements for the enclosed cleaning set

Original Russian Model 1891 Mosin-Nagant Socket Bayonet - 2nd Pattern French Uniforms the top example having justOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a Russian Mosin Nagant Model 1891 socket bayonet Second Pattern designed for the Mosin Nagant Infantry Rifle. These are considered Communist Russian (post 1918) as opposed to Imperial Russian (pre 1918). The post 1918 type or Second Pattern utilizes an integral push button spring latching mechanism instead of a locking ring as on the Russian Model 1891 Mosin Nagant Socket Bayonet (1st Pattern). The tip of