Brunswick Bayonet with partial scabbard

1837 pattern Brunswick sword bayonet. Volunteer pattern, or commercially made bayonet for private purchase has no markings or British ordnance stamps. Blade length 21 9/16 inches (548mm), overall length 26 ¼ inches (667mm). Ribbed brass hilt and crossguard in very good condition with working leaf spring bayonet attachment and original leather washer at base of blade. Partial scabbard accompanies this bayonet, complete locket but missing chape. Leather covering of scabbard is deteriorating with age. Interesting example of the uncommon private purchase Brunswick bayonet.