Pattern 1907 - Mole, July 1916

Sword bayonet for use with the .303 caliber Short, Magazine, Lee-Enfield No. I Mk. III (SMLE) rifle. The Pattern 1907 bayonet is widely recognized as the bayonet used with the SMLE in both the First World War and World War II.

Millions of P1907 bayonets were produced in Britain, Australia, India, and the USA.

This example was made in July 1916 by Robert Mole & Sons. They produced approximately 60,000 from 1908-1918.

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This example is in excellent condition. blade has almost no signs of rust, past pitting is visible although only minor. no nicks or chips in blade either. Factory sharpened only. 

Ricasso stamped with George V Royal Cipher. Under that 1907, 7 '16 and MOLE

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Reverse is Broad arrow ^ acceptance stamp, a reissue year, '2?, and a Enfield inspection stamp, most probably done when reissued. 3 Mole inspector stamps are visible. Crown over M9 over a styleized B (Birmingham) and the X bend test mark.

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Grips are in excellent condition with no visible chunks missing. secured by 2 screws.

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Scabbard is a Remington made example, which is in excellent condition. chape and locket are secure with no play in them. 

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Although Mole produced more bayonets then Vickers, they are regarded as the hardest manufacturer to obtain. Unlike Vickers, Mole was producing P07's from the start, so most would of seen use and been lost. In comparison, Vickers started production late in the war, 1st Quarter 1917. Most never saw any use, with majority of them being sent to the RAF.

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This is an excellent example of one of the most scarcest Pattern 1907 bayonets.