Pattern 1907 - Orange, September 1943

Sword bayonet for use with the .303 caliber Short, Magazine Lee-Enfield No. I Mk. III (SMLE) rifle. The No. I Mk. III rifle was the Australian mainstay during both World Wars and afterward, until superseded by the L1A2 (FN-FAL) selective-fire rifle.

This example was produced in July 1944 at the No. 2 Feeder Factory, Orange. Bayonet production was moved from Lithgow to Orange Arsenal in July 1942, where most of Australia’s Second World War bayonets were produced.

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This example is in good condition. blade retains all of its blue and there are no visible nicks or chips in the blade. Factory sharpened only. Minor in and out wear is present.

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Ricasso stamped MA 1907 1 over 9 '43 (September 1943), reverse stamped^ broad arrow acceptance mark, X bend test and OA (Orange)

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Pommel retains most of its blue, not stamped (unissued). press stud works smoothly.

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Coachwood grips in  good condition, both stamped SLAZ. 43. Secured with 2 blued bolts

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Scabbard is in great shape. Made by Mangrovite Belting, Sydney in 1943. stitching sound. locket and chape stamped OA (Orange). P37 frog is attached.

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A fine example of a mid war WW2 Australian pattern 1907